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My little brother got bit by a poisonous spider. how long will it take for him to heal?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Variable.: You would need to know what type of poisonous spider it is to provide an answer. Heal time can vary considerably depending on the species.

Dr Rao agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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