Brown Recluse Spider
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Children at risk for complications from brown recluse spider bites: study
Medical complications of brown recluse spider bites are uncommon but they can be severe, particularly in children, researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) reported April 19. Read MoreApr 27, 2017
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Tennessee Poison Center offers tips for preventing and treating black widow and brown recluse spider bites
Most spiders are non-venomous and most spider bites are harmless. They may cause some local redness and pain, but can usually be managed at home by washing, applying ice and keeping the area clean. But poisonous spiders thrive in many temperate areas of the United States, and… Read MoreJul 20, 2015
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Brown recluse spider bites crawling upward
Vanderbilt medical toxicologists are reporting an increase in patients seen with brown recluse spider bites this summer. Read MoreJul 23, 2014