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Could Spider Bite Cause Swelling,redness And Burning Around The Knee?

My husband thinks he may have been bit by a spider. His knee has a red area that burns to the touch and causes his pain. It kinda has a rough feel to it. The area around the knee looks swollen, but not real bad yet. I was wondering if Spider bites cause a burning sensation and pain like that. He doesn t feel sick or have a fever.
Mon, 20 Oct 2014
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Welcome to HCM,

Only a few spiders are dangerous to humans. Two of them are black widow spider and the brown recluse spider. Both prefer warm climates and dark, dry places where flies are plentiful. They often live in dry, littered, undisturbed areas, such as closets, woodpiles and under sinks.

Most presumed spider bites are actually bites from other bugs.

Clean the site of the spider bite well with soap and water. Apply a cool compress over the spider bite location. If the bite is on an extremity, elevate it.

Aspirin or acetaminophen and antihistamines may be used to relieve minor signs and symptoms in adults. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
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Could Spider Bite Cause Swelling,redness And Burning Around The Knee?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, Only a few spiders are dangerous to humans. Two of them are black widow spider and the brown recluse spider. Both prefer warm climates and dark, dry places where flies are plentiful. They often live in dry, littered, undisturbed areas, such as closets, woodpiles and under sinks. Most presumed spider bites are actually bites from other bugs. Clean the site of the spider bite well with soap and water. Apply a cool compress over the spider bite location. If the bite is on an extremity, elevate it. Aspirin or acetaminophen and antihistamines may be used to relieve minor signs and symptoms in adults. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns. Thank you.