How Do You Identify A Spider Bite?
The vast majority of people that are bitten by spiders experience these bites after the spider is frightened and attempts to defend itself. A spider can become trapped in linens, sheets, shoes and clothing and bite a person. However, a spider normally does not bite more than once and often the bite goes undetected. All spiders have fangs and venom but most are unable to even penetrate human skin and lack poison potent enough to do any harm. The typical spider bite will feel like a pin prick, become red and perhaps itch, swelling up for one to two days. However, in the United States there are some spiders that have a bite that can be distinctly identified by its symptoms, such as the black widow, the brown recluse, the hobo spider and the tarantula. Step 1 Look for a target-shaped area to develop if you are bitten by a black widow spider. The area will have a reddish ring that surrounds a pale interior, making it resemble a bull’s eye. Step 2 Be alert for cramping if a black widow bites
