Venom from the brown recluse spider usually causes local tissue damage. The following are the most common symptoms of a bite from a brown recluse spider bite. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
burning, pain, itching, or redness at the site which is usually delayed and may develop within several hours or days of the bite
a deep blue or purple area around the bite, surrounded by a whitish ring and large red outer ring similar to a "bulls eye"
an ulcer or blister that turns black
burning, pain, itching, or redness at the site which is usually delayed and may develop within several hours or days of the bite
a deep blue or purple area around the bite, surrounded by a whitish ring and large red outer ring similar to a "bulls eye"
an ulcer or blister that turns black
- headache, body aches
- rash
- fever
- nausea or vomiting
These symptoms may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your child's physician for a diagnosis.
