Question 1

long itchy bite possibly spider or perhaps ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Cause?: How it is treated depends on exactly what it is. A careful history should give the answer:  what part of body, size of lesion, associated symptoms, appearance on physical exam, itchy or not.  So the details are important.  If a insect bite, just keep clean and dry. If ringworm, requires an antifungal cream. If skin infection (cellulitis), involves antibiotic.  Your GP should be able to decide.

Question 2

i have this itchy pimples on my neck and scrotum, ringworm like, and they get very itchy at times im not sure if its when its hot or... they are reddish on my neck, i thought it was a spider bite?

Accepted Answer

...possibly related: There are many possible causes for itchy pimples on one's neck and scrotum. They are possibly related but spider bite is not high on the list. Having the PCP or Dermatologist take a look at it might provide quickest diagnosis and treatment

Question 3

does spider bites spread?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: If you are bitten by brown recluse spider bite then the black area can spread. A severe reaction to any arthropod bite can spread.

Question 4

what to do for spider bites that hurt?

Accepted Answer

Medical attention: If the spider bite is from a brown recluse it could evolve into a nasty skin reaction with necrosis and pain --- may need antibiotics and/or steroids.

Question 5

can you tell me the effects of spider bites?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Spider bites can have variable appearances. It might cause a pink or red bump with no symptoms. Or it could itch or be painful. Venomous spiders may cause  significant pain radiating far from the site, cramping, sweating, chills hives, weakness,  necrosis of tissue or worse if there is an allergic reaction.

Question 6

does all spider bites have a halo around it?

Accepted Answer

Halo Insect Bites: Insect bites may be grouped, raised (papular), hive-like (urticarial) and have a surrounding halo. Occasionally a central depression, or punctum, can be seen. Almost any insect can cause a halo insect bite depending on the person.

Question 7

is it possible to be allergic to all spider bites?

Accepted Answer

Spider bites: Rather stings, usually cause a toxic reaction not an allergic reaction, not all venoms are alike, need to call poison control center case it happens, God forbids, or go to ER

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: spider bites?

Accepted Answer

Spider Bite=: Arachnid chomps on you!

Question 9

should i pop my spider bites or leave them to heal on their own?

Accepted Answer

No: Spider bites for the majority of the time will heal on their own.  If you open the wound, you can introduce infection.

Question 10

spider bite is hard?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy: You need biopsy, debridement of lesion. See your dermatologist for treatment.

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I have this itchy pimples on my neck and scrotum, ringworm like, and they get very itchy at times im not sure if its when its hot or... they are reddish on my neck, i thought it was a spider bite?

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Does spider bites spread?

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What to do for spider bites that hurt?

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Does all spider bites have a halo around it?

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Is it possible to be allergic to all spider bites?

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Should i pop my spider bites or leave them to heal on their own?

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Spider bite is hard?

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