Could it be a spider bite?

Could it be a spider bite? Few days ago i got a red dot on my elbo and im scared it might be a spider bite? and when i feel it it feels like a bump ...


Could it be a spider bite?

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Many times, staph infections are mistaken for spider bites. If a spider bit you, the swelling and pain would either (a) be severe enough to make you want to seek medical attention, or (b) start shrinking and healing within 3 days for a non-venomous spider.

If your red bump doesn%26#039;t go down in a few days, I%26#039;d see a doctor. You may need antibiotics for a staph infection. Don%26#039;t wait too long. Some staph infections are now resistant to antibiotics, such as MRSA.

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Other Answers (3)

• could be, could be an ant bite mosquito bite etc. It%26#039;s hard to tell what bit you without seeing the perpetrator. If your worried about it try taking some benadryl, and using a hydrocortisone cream on the area. If it worsens call your doc.
• It could be a lot of things, I%26#039;ve had pimples in weird places like elbows and knees. I wouldn%26#039;t worry unless it gets worse, then I%26#039;d see the doctor.

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