How do you treat a spider bite? Follow these first aid steps if you’re bitten by a venomous spider.

A spider bite can be scary, but don't panic. Only a few spiders in the United States can cause serious illness or death. If you're bitten by a venomous spider, like a brown recluse or a black widow, below are some of the signs to look for.

Black widow:
-Rigid muscles
-Dizziness
-Drooping eyelids

Brown Recluse:
-Pain an hour or more later
-A blood-filled blister under the skin that increases over time

Follow our first aid steps to treat a venomous spider bite.

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