A member asked:

I have a spider bite on my leg. there is no pain or discomfort, the bite area is however very red and appears to be hardening. bite is approx 1 week old. please advise if i should seek medical attention or advise as to any specific cream or medicine?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Spider bite: Spider bites should not be taken lightly. They cause a lot of inflammation and sometimes necrosis. Your is 1 weeks old and still very red - see your doctor and hopefully he will prescribe something

Answered 12/19/2020

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Spider bite: It look likes inflammation getting worse. You need to see a doctor now.

Answered 12/19/2020

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Ageement: Agree with other doctors. But would emphasize caution. A Brown Recluse Spider can cause severe tissue damage requiring skin grafts. Get this handled today

Answered 12/17/2020

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