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Poisoning Due To Black Widow Spider Venom Learning Center

 

The black widow spider (Latrodectus mactans) has a shiny black body with a red hourglass-shape on the belly area. The bite of a black widow spider is poisonous. This is for information only and not for use in the treatm...

 

Poisoning Due To Black Widow Spider Venom Symptoms

 
 
 

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Poisoning Due To Black Widow Spider Venom Causes

 
 

Poisoning Due To Black Widow Spider Venom Treatments

Treatments

  • Apply Cold Compresses
  • Administration of Antivenin
  • Elevation of Leg
 
 

Poisoning Due To Black Widow Spider Venom Details

Risk Factors

  • working or spending time outdoors

Prevention

  • Place Fine Mesh Netting Around Bed
  • Protective Clothing
 

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