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What is a plus 2 staph infection lab result from spider bite and does the antibiotic Bactrium cover it?
It is not likely that you had a spider bite at all; what most patients call spider bites are actually staph infections. The culture showed staph. Bactrim usually is effective against MRSA.
Can staph infections sometimes be mistaken for a spider bite?
Yes. Last year I went to the doctor and they treated me for a brown recluse (poisonous spider). Later that night I went to the ER and had surgery because it was staph. The doctor said it is often mistaken for spider bite.
You got a spider bite on your scalp now you have a bump on your head lower left side?
Most spider bites are harmless but you should have it checked by a doctor. You can get a serious staph infection for a spider bite that isn't poisnous.
Do spiders harm guinea pigs?
If it is a spider that does not bite then No. Bite if a spider that does bite- then Yes!
Small hole in thigh skin?
If you have a small hole in your thigh skin, this could be caused from a staph infection. It could also be a spider bite. Seeing a doctor will determine the cause.
Why does your butt itches?
A spider or bug bite is usually the most common cause.
How do you tell the difference between a spider bite and a snake bite?
You will have two red dots sort of close together... It will be itching and it will bleed accasionally. Most of them are harmless and will go away quickly! :) Hope that answered your question.
Are there spider in Ohio that when bitten cause the skin to break down?
The brown recluse is found there. Some staph infections also mimic a recluse spider bite as well.ANS2:Yes, that is the mechanism of injury for all spider venom. Since they can't chew, they inject their prey with their proteolytic venom and the tissue turns into a 'bug smoothie' that they suck out. The Brown Recluse and the Black Widow spiders are found in Ohio and their venoms are particularly good at liquefying human tissue.
Which is worse brown recluse bite or staph infection?
Brown recluse is worse than a staph infection. Staph infection is on most surfaces that you touch daily and your body can fight it off easier than the fast progressing bite.
Can mosquito's carry staph?
mosquitos don't carry staph. it is on the skin already and the bite can be scratched and allow the bacteria into the blood.
Black spider with a silver stripe on its back what type is it?
this is a common fishing spider... common to all of north America although not venomous they will bite if it feels threatened.
What is the first thing to do on discovering a spider bite?
The first thing to do when discovering a spider bite is to inspect the bite area. Look for swelling, redness, and infection around the bite area. If these symptoms are present, it is advisable to have it examined by a doctor. Most common spider bites are red and itchy, however, and may just need to have a hydro-cortisone cream applied to them and covered by a bandage.
