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I have brown recluse bite or fire ant, what to do?
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If you have a brown: Recluse spider bite- 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. A brown recluse spider bite with significant reaction - should be evaluated at an emergency room. Wash fire ant bite, keep clean ; dry.
Answered 3/9/2014
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