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Good afternoon i think a spider bit me on my arm, can only get an appointment tomorrow. swolen and red, but opened when i applied a bean bag?

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Dr. Julan Crane answered

Spider bite : Keep area clean and elevated unless you experience worsening symptoms keep your appointment

Answered 5/1/2018

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A member asked:

Good afternoon i think a spider bit me on my arm, can only get an appointment tomorrow. swolen and red, but opened when i applied a bean bag?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julan Crane answered

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