sharp pain at bite site
profuse sweating
nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
copious secretion of saliva
muscular twitching and breathing difficulty
small hairs stand on end
numbness around mouth
copious tears
disorientation
fast pulse
markedly increased blood pressure
confusion leading to unconsciousness.
intense local pain which increases and spreads
small hairs stand on end
patchy sweating
headache
muscle weakness or spasms.
burning sensation
swelling
blistering.
Use clothing or other material if an elasticised roller bandage is not available.
Apply the bandage as firmly as possible to the limb. You should be unable to easily slide a finger between the bandage and the skin.
6 Immobilise the bandaged limb using splints. 7 Keep the patient lying down and completely still (immobilised). 8 Write down the time of the bite and when the bandage was applied. If possible, mark the location of the bite site (if known) on the skin with a pen, or photograph the site. Do not wash venom off the skin or clothes because it may assist identification. 9 Stay with the patient until medical aid arrives.
First aid for Red-back and other spider bites 1 Wash the injured site with soap and water. 2 Apply a cold pack to the bitten or stung area for 15 minutes and reapply if pain continues. 3 Seek medical attention if the patient develops severe symptoms.
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