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Spider Bites

Tyler Latham. Spider Bites. Block 4. Causes. A spider bite is an injury caused by the bite of a spider. When a spider bites it releases venom into the victim, which can be life threatening. The venom of a spider may have necrotic agents in it.

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Spider Bites

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  1. Tyler Latham Spider Bites Block 4

  2. Causes • A spider bite is an injury caused by the bite of a spider. • When a spider bites it releases venom into the victim, which can be life threatening. • The venom of a spider may have necrotic agents in it. • A necrotic spider bite may cause premature death of cells in the victim.

  3. Causes(continued) • Spider bites may also contain neurotoxins which attack neurons and often severely damage them. • Neurotoxins may also interfere with neuron signaling, which can result in the sending of false signals.

  4. Signs and Symptoms Depending on the species of spider, symptoms of a bite can include: • Pain. • Dizziness. • Fever. • Nausea. • Vomiting. • Loss of consciousness. • Inflammation around the wound. • Two puncture marks at wound.

  5. Treatment • Clean the bite with soap and water. • Cold packs may be applied to the bite to reduce pain and inflammation. • Keep bite elevated if possible. • Take pain relievers if needed. • Depending on the species of spider that inflicted the bite, you may need to receive an antivenom.

  6. Prevention • Wear a long-sleeved shirt and gloves when handling stored items or when cleaning sheds, garages, basements, etc. • Use insect repellents. • Install tight-fitting screens or seals on windows and doors to prevent spiders from entering the home. • Remove piles of rocks or lumbar from the vicinity of your house to lessen contact with spiders.

  7. Necrotic Spider Bites

  8. Brown Recluse Spider Bites

  9. Bibliography • "File:Tissue Necrosis following Bite from BothropsAsper PLoS Medicine.jpg." Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • "It’s the Spiders, Stupid! « Global Warming: Man or Myth?" Global Warming: Man or Myth? Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • "Spider Bites." Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • Staff, Mayo Clinic. "Spider Bites: Prevention - MayoClinic.com." Mayo Clinic. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • Staff, Mayo Clinic. "Spider Bites: Treatments and Drugs - MayoClinic.com." Mayo Clinic. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • "Symptoms of Spider Bites - RightDiagnosis.com." Right Diagnosis. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. • "What Is a Neurotoxin?" WiseGEEK: Clear Answers for Common Questions. Web. 12 Feb. 2012.

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