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Nonpoisonous Spider Bites

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Overview

Symptoms of a nonpoisonous spider bite may last from a few hours to a few days and are usually mild. Symptoms usually occur at the site of the bite and may include:

Home treatment is often all that is needed to prevent infection and relieve symptoms of a bite from a nonpoisonous spider.

Credits for Nonpoisonous Spider Bites

Current as of: November 9, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
H. Michael O'Connor MD - Emergency Medicine

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