Question 1

what does a black widow spider bite look like? can you include a picture?

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Black widow: The female black widow spider is considered the most venomous spider in North America. The venom of the black widow spider is 15 times as toxic as the venom of the prairie rattlesnake.

Question 2

what can be doen for a black widow spider bite?

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Seek attention: If you know that you have been bitten by a black widow, seek medical attention immediately as the symptoms usually start within 20 minutes to 1 hour after the bite.  The severity of the reaction depends on the age and physical condition of the person bitten.

Question 3

can you actually die from black widow spider bite?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: The black widow is the most venomous spider in the U.S.  People rarely die from a black widow spider bite, since the amount of venom injected is so small.  However, there has been a recent report of a death associated with many bites:

http://www.Dailymail.Co.Uk/news/article-2017600/man-dies-weeks-bitten-19-times-black-widow-spider.Html.

Question 4

what's the significance of black widow spider bite?

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Painful muscle spasm: [from dynamed] symptoms of black widow spider bite include muscle rigidity, spasms, muscle cramping, abdominal pain, fever, leukocytosis, dizziness, weakness, thirst, nausea, hypertension, irritability, sometimes shock. Rarely fatal in young kids but often resolves without treatment. Found in dark, damp places, these spiders can be very aggressive if handled and should be given a wide berth!

Question 5

describe the features of a black widow spider bite.?

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Be seen: Poisonous spider bites generally cause a painful ulcerated area within hours of the bite.  If he suspects a black widow or brown recluse spider bite, he should be seen.

Question 6

can a black widow spider bite kill a human?

Accepted Answer

Black widow: Latrodectus mactans or black widow bites leading to death are exceeding rare.

Question 7

can you please tell me, should a black widow spider bite kill you?

Accepted Answer

Not normally.: It is rare for a healthy person to die from a black widow spider bite.  An infant, elderly person or someone who already is struggling w a serious illness is more likely to have a poor outcome.  You can call the national poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 if you are bitten. Here is an excellent nih article:  http://www.Nlm.Nih.Gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002858.Htm.

Question 8

can you die from black widow spider bite?  are they all that fatal?

Accepted Answer

Rarely yes.: Most deaths from black widows have been either in the extreme young, old or in individuals with other severe medical issues. If you are bitten, seek medical attention regardless as Antivenin is available if needed.

Question 9

how long do symptoms of a black widow spider bite last after intevenous drugs are given?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Generally, after Antivenin is administered, as long as no allergic reactions occurs, symptoms should begin to abate within minutes to hours.  However, this also depends on whether enough Antivenin is given.

Question 10

can you survive a black widow spider bite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most people do!  deaths have mostly occurred in infants, very old or chronically ill people.  However, if you are bitten, seek medical attention asap as the bites can be very painful and the symptoms potentially very dangerous.

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