I was moving some things under my patio and think I was bitten by a spider. it was on my middle finger and then my whole arm hurt almost immediately. now the gland area under my armpit is extrememly painful and the area that i was bitten has localized sweating. I live in SE Louisiana.
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Spider bites are usually not dangerous to life of a person but needs proper care and treatment. Following measures are advised in case of spider bites soon after 1. Clean the bite with mild soap and water. 2. Apply cold packs to the bite, to reduce pain and inflammation. 3. If the bite is on an extremity, keep it elevated. 4. Take over-the-counter pain relievers as needed. 5. Observe the bite for signs of infection. The presence of redness and warmth in the area can be due to an infection. This needs consultation with a doctor and prescribing a broad spectrum antibiotics to prevent infections and control it. Your may also require a tetanus booster shot if you have not taken in the last five years. Thank you.