How to Treat Spider Bites
Identify the spider., Call emergency medical services., Splint and gently wrap the length of the bitten extremity., Immobilize the bite victim.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Identify the spider.
The highly aggressive Sydney funnel web spider resembles a glossy tarantula and is found in dark, moist environments in South-Eastern Australia.
A bite requires immediate professional medical attention as envenomation symptoms progress quickly.
Initially the intensely painful bite will show little inflammation or blistering, but the person will sweat, have facial twitches, and may feel tingling around the mouth.
Anti-venom does exist, and should be administrated at a hospital as soon as possible. -
Step 2: Call emergency medical services.
In Australia, the national emergency service number is
000.
Once connected, ask for paramedical assistance and follow the steps given by the national operator. , Use a crepe or elastic bandage to slow the flow of venom. , It's important to reduce venom circulation on the way to getting medical treatment. -
Step 3: Splint and gently wrap the length of the bitten extremity.
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Step 4: Immobilize the bite victim.
Detailed Guide
The highly aggressive Sydney funnel web spider resembles a glossy tarantula and is found in dark, moist environments in South-Eastern Australia.
A bite requires immediate professional medical attention as envenomation symptoms progress quickly.
Initially the intensely painful bite will show little inflammation or blistering, but the person will sweat, have facial twitches, and may feel tingling around the mouth.
Anti-venom does exist, and should be administrated at a hospital as soon as possible.
In Australia, the national emergency service number is
000.
Once connected, ask for paramedical assistance and follow the steps given by the national operator. , Use a crepe or elastic bandage to slow the flow of venom. , It's important to reduce venom circulation on the way to getting medical treatment.
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