Question 1

can you get an mrsa infection from being bitten by a brown recluse?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But it would not likely come from the bite itself.  If it developed, it would mostly likely be due to the individual already being colonized with the MRSA before and getting a secondary infection.

Question 2

what distinguishes how a mrsa infection looks from the appearance of a brown recluse bite?

Accepted Answer

Spider bite: Typical br spider bite has a " target" look. Central necrosis, black, surrounding  purple or dark red then pink or lighter red. Mrsa usually look hemorrhagic or marooning in color. But ultimately a spider bite can have MRSA in it. See your doctor so it can be treated quickly and effiecently.

Question 3

can you feel a brown recluse bite?

Accepted Answer

RecluseSpider bite: Often bite is painless or little pain like a mosquito bite.  Pain can develop two or more hours after a bite and can be severe by four hours after a bite.  If you believe you have had a recluse spider bite, you should contact your doctor to report this and get advice on treating any symptoms.

Question 4

how to tell if brown recluse bites are healing?

Accepted Answer

Spider bites: spider bites may imitate MRSA you should have a doctor look at he "bites"

Question 5

do a lot of people get brown recluse spider bites?

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Not many: Brown recluse spiders are mostly in the midwest, usually in basements and hidden areas.  They are not aggressive but will bite if disturbed.  Most spider bites are by other species.  Look for the fiddle pattern on the spider.  Bites are rare but need serious attention as they lead to a persistent necrosis which can last for months.

Question 6

how to know if i've been bitten by a brown recluse?

Accepted Answer

Venomous bite: Bite causes necrosis and breakdown of the skin and soft tissues around the bite due to the spiders venom. Seek care as this can be very progressive and often requires debridement

Question 7

i think i got bit by a brown recluse.. what are the signs?

Accepted Answer

Central spot: It begins as a small puncture wound which progresses to surrounding redness with central tissue death.

Question 8

can you tell me how could i tell if i've been bitten by a brown recluse?

Accepted Answer

Brown Recluse: When bitten by a brown recluse spider there often is no pain initially.  A blister develops with swelling. It then enlarges, hardens ; becomes red. This develops into an ulcer. Other symptoms may include: nausea, vomiting, joint pain, fevers, chills and possibly a rash over the body with small red to purple dots.

Question 9

what could i do to find out if i've gotten bitten by a brown recluse or not?

Accepted Answer

Spider bite: Brown recluse spider bites must have skin necrosis at the site.

Question 10

is it possible to get bitten by a brown recluse spider and not get any symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: A brown recluse bite is usually painful and itchy. If you have no symptoms you may have been bitten by something else.

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