What Causes Black Feces?
Seek immediate emergency medical treatment. Wrap ice in a washcloth or similar material and place it on the bite area. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then off for 10 minutes. Repeat this process. If the person has circulatory problems, decrease the time that the ice is on the area to prevent possible skin damage.
Before Calling Emergency
Determine the following information:
- Patient's age, weight, and condition
- Time the bite occurred
- Area where the bite occurred
- Type ofspider, if possible
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