How To Treat A Black Widow Bite

Antivenom Medication

Antivenom medication is not a requirement for all black widow bites. There are those who mistakenly believe patients need the injection if they are going to live through the bite. These bites are not always fatal in adults, but they are especially dangerous in small children. Doctors will decide if the antivenom is the right treatment option for each patient, and it will be administered through a vein in the leg if it is the right option. It’s important to realize many individuals suffer allergic reactions to this treatment, and your doctor needs to be present to ensure the patient's life is not threatened. This antivenom stops the venom from the spider from causing further harm. Doctors will also need to discuss the patient's case with another medical professional who has experience working with this treatment, so it might not be administered right away. Recovery from this can take anywhere from one week to twelve days.

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