I have a bite, actually 3 of them on my legs. These are not like any other bites I have ever had. It is red and swollen in the diameter of... bigger than a softball, but smaller than a basketball. Pretty big. And it is swollen up about 1/4 of an inch above my skin, it is swollen enough that you can see the swelling through my pants. The center is really hard, and blistering. It itches a little, but mostly hurts. And ever since I was bit, my whole body is sore.
I don't have medical insurance, so I am avoiding going to the doctor; but is this something I should be worried about? I put benadryl on it, and it still itches. It is really hot in that area too. Any Ideas?
2007-06-07 09:39:18 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
this is something you need to have checked even if it does cost you some money better the money than your life . I think you need to take this to the dr . good luck honey and I wish you well .
2007-06-07 09:42:14 · answer #1 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you cannot go to the doctor, at least visit your State's local Health Department. They often have nurses on staff with authority to prescribe medications. Honestly, it could be a venomous bite. Some spider bites are deadly. Prompt action could prevent life long consequences or death.
Call a nurse at the hospital and ask for advise ... if nothing else! See the link below about spider bites...
2007-06-07 09:51:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you need to see a doctor about it. That doesn't sound good, at all. It could be bites from a spider. The size of the bites worry me, as does the whole body soreness. At least try to get into a Care Now, or Prima Care or whatever doc-in-a-box you have in your area. If you end up with blood poisoning, it could be worse.
2007-06-07 09:47:18 · answer #3 · answered by kj 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the other answer. There are some bites that require prompt medical attention and someone who knows what they're looking at needs to examine these. Some can even require surgery to prevent further injury. There's no way to say if that's the case for you or not without examining it. Go to the ER or a free clinic or something, but go soon.
2007-06-07 09:44:36 · answer #4 · answered by a doc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Go to the doctor immediately. It could be more than one thing. I went to the doctor with what I thought was a spider bite but was actually a staph infection. Don't wait on answers- Go to the doctor now. Tell them to bill you and only pay them a little a month. Dont' worry about the money- Just your health!
2007-06-07 09:46:05 · answer #5 · answered by behappy9805 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sucks without a medical insurance, but you know what? when it;s an emergency you go to the ER, you health is priceless!
I am sure you are having a reaction..look how it is! I don't know when it happened but remember there a lot of Community Clinis, there must be one in your area, the're awsome!!! and they really are ready for everything. They charge you under sliding scale,and they always have walk-in or same day appointments. GO!
2007-06-10 18:36:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a possible spider bite. How serious it is depends on the kind of spider bit you. If it was a Brown Recluse, it could be quite serious.
At least go to the ER. They have to treat you by law. Even you can't pay.
2007-06-07 09:44:04 · answer #7 · answered by ♥♥The Queen Has Spoken♥♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I own 2 mind-blowing ferrets, and to be honest this seems tremendously known. Ferrets nature is to play tough. Their dermis is alot extra durable than ours, and that they don't comprehend how no longer difficulty-free they're extremely biting. What you have defined seems to in fantastic condition ultimate in with the define with what they call the "weasel conflict dance". it extremely is the place the ferret will hop backwards/forwards (varies) with their mouths open and "dukking". it extremely is showing that they are happy and excited. in case you like them to comprehend that they are biting too no longer difficulty-free, I advise the squirting technique, or conserving them by potential of the scruff of their neck and saying a stern "No". do no longer take him returned to the save in basic terms yet... you may desire to offer the ferret a raffle to acclimate to their atmosphere. Their transitional era can final everywhere from 3-14 days. solid success!
2016-10-09 10:45:46 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Youi have indicated by your swelling, and all the rest that you have an infection, maybe from bites but go the emergency room. They need to treat you! bettyk
2007-06-07 09:44:34 · answer #9 · answered by elisayn 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This sounds serious. You really need to see a doctor as it could be infected. Hotness in the area suggests infection. see a docter asap.
2007-06-07 09:42:37 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bite or infection, if it continues untreted from what you described the worst case scenario is you could lose your leg. Go to the doctor.
2007-06-07 09:44:14 · answer #11 · answered by Clawndike 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋