Definition
This article describes the effects of a bite in the funnel web spider, the males are more poisonous than females.
This is for information purposes only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual toxic exposure.
Toxic element
* Venom of the spider cloth funnel
Where is
Spider web in the funnel is located in southeast Australia, around Sydney. They are a species native to the United States, although some people can keep as exotic pets.
Symptoms
Bites into the funnel web spider is extremely painful and cause numbness or tingling, especially in the mouth or lips for 10 to 15 minutes. These bites can be very dangerous and is known to have caused all the symptoms listed below:
* Eyes, ears, nose and throat
or droopy eyelids
or double vision
or difficulty swallowing
* Heart and blood
or collapse
or hypertension
or rapid heart rate
Lungs *
or difficulty breathing
* Muscles and joints
or joint pain
or severe muscle spasms, usually in the legs and the ventral area
* Nervous System
or chills
or coma
or headache
or numbness of the mouth and lips
* Skin
or redness around the bite site
or excessive sweating
* Stomach and intestines
or diarrhea
or nausea
or vomiting
Treatment at home
Bites into the funnel web spider is extremely poisonous. It should seek immediate medical attention and call the Poison Center for guidance. Also, apply a bandage and firm pressure on the sting and immobilize the affected area, if possible, to prevent the spread of venom.
Before calling the emergency service Back to Top
You must determine the following information:
* Age, weight and condition of the patient
Identify the insect, if possible
* Time when the bite occurred
If possible, it is recommended to bring the container of the substance to the hospital.
The doctor measures and monitors patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiratory rate and blood pressure. The symptoms are treated in an appropriate manner.
The patient may receive an antidote, whether it is available.
Expectations (prognosis)
Bites into the funnel web spider is potentially fatal, especially in children and should be treated quickly with an antidote by an experienced physician.
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