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A member asked:

Was bitten this morning by something, swelling, redness and mild pain, wondering if it could be serious (black widdow etc) as there is no pit forming?

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Unlikely: Almost all bites will cause some degree of swelling,redness and itching. See a doctor if it becomes excessively painful or red.

Answered 1/16/2018

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