Simple, Life Saving First Aid for Spider Bites
Spider bites may sound very deadly and life threatening to people but
truth is, majority of the spiders are not really venomous and there are
only a very few o them who have the capability to harm humans. And most
of the venomous ones only contain enough venom to stun or to kill small
prey. But either way, it is always better that we educate ourselves
about these kinds of dangers to make us more prepared, if instances such
as these do happen. So if you are ready for some first aid advice about
these kinds of insect bites, then just read on and learn what you can!
The very first thing that you should know is how to tell if your or your
loved one has been bitten or not. Although most insect bites may look
pretty much the same during its onset, it would be very helpful to
identify if that harmless looking rash is a bite of a deadly insect or
not. The most common signs of a insect or a spider bite is swelling,
redness, itchiness and pain. So how can you tell if this is not just a
plain rash? Spider bites usually last longer and worsens long after 24
hours; this could include discoloration of the infected area, continued
and larger swelling and the spreading of redness.
Now if you have identified the bite, the next thing for you to do is to
perform the usual first aid procedures that are the standard procedure
for ordinary insect bites. The very first thing you need to do is to
apply cold compress. Exposure to low temperature can constrict the blood
vessels and slow down the spread of the toxin caused by the spider bite.
The less tissue gets in contact with the poison, the less tissue damage
will occur.
As the old cliché goes, prevention is better than cure. So as much as
possible, you should stay away from areas where spiders are most likely
to be found. These areas could be in attics, cellars or any dark and
damp area where they could be hiding. For deadly venomous spider bites,
the faster you get the victim to a health professional the better.
So there you have it. These are very simple and easy to follow tips
which can probably save your and your loved one’s life in the future.
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