![]() Unless you actually see the spider do the dirty deed, it's hard to know if it was caused by an arachnid or some other bug. ![]() David Price is an associate certified entomologist and the director of technical services at Mosquito Joe. Rick Vetter, PhD, is a spider expert and staff research associate in the department of entomology at the University of California, Riverside. Joshua Zeichner, MD, is the director of cosmetic and clinical research and an associate professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Rajani Katta, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who serves as voluntary clinical faculty of both the Baylor College of Medicine and the McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Houston. Justin Arnold, DO, MPH, is the medical director of Florida Poison Information Center Tampa and an associate professor at the University of South Florida. ![]() She is also a co-founder of Mor Ventures Inc, which creates science-backed skin care for families. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the Women’s Dermatologic Society. Meet the experts: Paru Chaudhari, MD, is a dermatologist with over a decade of experience. Okay, but how do you know if your bite is a cause for concern? The pics below (reviewed by experts) will give you an idea of what different types of spider bites look like, what you should do if you spot one on your bod, and when to call a doctor. “There are a limited number of spiders in the world with fangs strong enough to pierce human skin, and they usually do not bite unless they are crushed between you and another object." Most people who think a spider bit them were usually bitten by a different insect, she adds. The good news, though, is that “most spider bites are harmless, as the venom is not toxic to people,” says Paru Chaudhari, MD, a dermatologist at North Peak Dermatology and the co-founder of Quitch bug bite stickers. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.If the mere *thought* of a spider crawling on your skin makes you shiver, same! But if you’re dealing with an actual spider bite, you may start to panic-they can be painful, itchy, and super uncomfortable. No warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, is made as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, or correctness of any translations made by a third-party service of the information provided herein into any other language. Links to other sites are provided for information only – they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial policy editorial process and privacy policy. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. follows rigorous standards of quality and accountability. ![]() is accredited by URAC, for Health Content Provider (URAC's accreditation program is an independent audit to verify that A.D.A.M.
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