Suggest treatment for spider bite
Patient: I had gotten a spider bite a few day ago on my finger. It had swollen and a red line started tracking up my arm. The doctors dripped antibiotics in me through I v and prescribed me Clindamycin. This morning I got another bite which is as well starting to track. Will the Antibiotics I am currently taking be affective on this new bite or will I need to go to back to the hospital ? Doctor: HelloWelcome to HCM,Spider bites are actually rare occurrences and bites from most spiders cause local redness, irritation and pain that usually can be treated at home.These local reactions usually resolve without treatment over a period of 7-10 days.I would suggest you to followWash the site of the spider bite well with soap and water.Apply a cool compress or ice pack over the spider bite location.Over the counter pain relievers may be used to relieve symptoms.Thank you.