Even when the smallest spider bites me...it swells up and gets infected. Also My skin is really dry. Is there something wrong with my immune system? What can I do about it?
2006-11-09 18:30:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
they dont itch...they just get hot and swell
i get sick lots too
2006-11-09 18:49:29 · update #1
LOOK i think a lot of people swell up with spider bites.
2006-11-09 18:32:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not your immune system, it is working fine if you are having such a reaction! An overreactive immune system, (more likely an allergy) is to blame. Some people have terrible allergic reactions to spider bites (mosquitos, too) and there isn't much you can do about it. However, having Benadryl on hand and Benadryl cream will alleviate any symptoms you may have from the bite. If you feel your throat tighten or become itchy, however, call 911 right away. If it is an anaphylactic reaction you are having, that is way more serious
2006-11-10 02:37:34 · answer #2 · answered by cindiloo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there, you might have a slight allergic reaction to a mild bite and if your skin is really dry, are you drinking a lot of water?
If you were to drink 8 large glasses a day for a week, outside of peeing a lot, you might find your whole body feels 100 % better and you might find that a lot of little things simply clear themselves up!
Also if this does not work, I would think that fast acting Benedral in small doses after being bit, would help your itching, so would the product STINGEASE which you can get from a health food or camping store.
At minimum, it would be prudent before starting any of these things, outside of the water, with your doctor, who might require of you,blood work-up, maybe a skin sample and or a sample of the critter that snacks on you!
Good luck and God bless
2006-11-10 02:46:08 · answer #3 · answered by wildmedicsue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i Have Had This Problem .. Its Because Your Skin Doesnt Have Enough Moisture .. I Would Recomend Getting Some Oatmeal Lotion .. Not Scented As That Can Irratate Your Skin .. But I Did This .. I Got In A Bath .. And We Got Skin Oatmeal And I Soaked in It For About Half Hour As The Doctor Recommened And Now Its COmpletely Fine .. If I Get Bit .. It Only Usually Swells Up to The Size Of A Bee Sting .. But No You Dont Have A problem With your immune system .. Btw im 13 and i just joined if you want to chat
2006-11-10 02:33:58 · answer #4 · answered by untouchedangel06 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hmm I might suggest having a thyroid function test done and am Iron level as well. Both tests can point out a potential problem. If you thyroid isn't working right it can make you skin dry, tired all the time, achy...same with low iron and all that hurts your immune system. Also diabetes. OMW since I was diagnosed 9 yrs ago I have had all kinds of issues with allergies and scaring and dry skin...so yeah I would talk to your doctor
2006-11-10 02:34:59 · answer #5 · answered by heartache 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the really dry skin could be eczema. The problem most people have w/ spider bites is an allergy that causes the swelling and itching wich leads to infection
2006-11-10 02:32:50 · answer #6 · answered by tera_duke 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You may be allergic to spider bites or be around some mean spiders.
You may have a vitamin or nutrition deficientcy. Look at your diet.
Drink a lot more water.
2006-11-10 02:32:54 · answer #7 · answered by San Diego Art Nut 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Put on some lotion. You're probably allergic to spider bites.
2006-11-10 02:32:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋