spider bite?

Question

My friend was bitten by a spider or some sort of insect in Vietnam. He went to the hospital and was treated with anti-venom and the hospital said they treat that type of bite every day. The bite left two fang marks about 5 mm apart. This happened in the dark and he never saw the critter that got him. He slept most of yesterday and is really woozey and uncomfortabl today. I mean falling down woozey. Any similar experiences or info would be appreciated.

Answer 1

I have no personal experience on venomous bites, but I can say that anti-venom treatments may take a while to kick in. However, he should not be trying to walk on his own if he is still feeling woozy. I would recommend putting ice on the forehead to make sure a fever is subdued if one is occurring, and see if the wound is swollen from the bite. If it is still swollen, it could mean that the anti-venom is not working, and check for swollen feet, ankles, and legs as this could be a sign of a blood problem from the venom. If the problem persists for the next few days, you may want to see a doctor again. However, making sure a fever is subdued is crucial, as well as checking for swollen legs, ankles and feet. If he must walk, he should walk with the support of others, or by wheel chair. Keep checking that wound for swelling, and check the list of common bites from spiders in Vietnam. I am sure a biologist could help identify the bite mark. Best luck to you and your friend.

Edit********: A few more things I can suggest as well, Baking soda is a common ingredient used to treat the venom and the stinger left in the body by bees. I know the fangs would not have disconnected from the host, but you may try that for the venom. Tylenol is a common anti-swelling agent, and it can be used in this case to treat swelling and fever, however, Ibuprofen is probably a bit more potent. You may want to watch for "capping" on the wound. If it was a potentially deadly spider, the wound will usually crust with a white cap over the swollen area. White capping is a very bad sign; it can lead to gangrene and worse, the necessary amputation of the limb it is on. Many insects do not have fangs, so, I think we can eliminate this to a spider, because most arachnids do have fangs, and leave two puncture marks on the wound. If it was dark, that also eliminates insects. Most arachnids prefer dark locations, and that would suggest to me this was an arachnid. Spiders such as brown recluses and black widows are very common here in the states, and house themselves in dark, moist areas, but, I don't know how common their presence is in Vietnam. Like I said initially, check an arachnid list of common spiders in Vietnam that are poisonous. This may narrow down potential suspected spiders. However, this does not entirely rule out the insect species.

EDIT2********** I found a website full of spiders from Vietnam, I hope this helps! http://www.richard-seaman.com/Insects/Vietnam/Spiders/Highlights/index.html

Answer 2

Snake Bites Are The Best Spider Bites Are Ugly Looking And Angel Bites, Eh But Isnt It Called A Monroe Piercing When Its Just One On The Upper Lip? (Id Like That Better)

Answer 3

You said the hospital told you that they treat this type of bite everyday. What did they think it was? It might help to narrow down a search for someone. Hope your friend is better soon and sorry for not being more helpful.

Answer 4

his name is peter parker?