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Whats the big deal about spider bites?
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Spider Bites: Can cause allergic reactions and depending on the spider the venom can be destructive to skin and tissue.
Answered 6/18/2015
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According to who ?: Not sure what or who's big deal your referring to. Some spiders have venom and their bites can cause infection and severe inflammation. Most spiders are non venomous.
Answered 11/14/2016
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