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Registered: Jun 2004

posted September 12, 2004 02:31 AM         

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I have a bite on the side of my hip, where my hip bone is. It itches and is in such a bad spot. My clothes keep rubbing against it. I don't think it's a mosquito bite because the actual center of it is getting bigger, the really really red part. Around it is pink. Does this sound like a spider bite? Anyhow, does anyone know of an easy remedy to make it go away fast? Thanks in advance.

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From: Bethlehem,PA,USA
Registered: Apr 2004

posted September 12, 2004 12:40 PM         

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Yep, sounds like a spider bite to me.

Keep close watch over it may become infected. I would try to wear loose fitting clothes that will not irritate it and let the air get to it as much a possible. If it itchy badly then use a hyda-cortizone cream to stop the itch.

Good Luck!

-Irish

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From: California
Registered: May 2004

posted September 13, 2004 10:04 AM         

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That's a hard one because it could be either. If it becomes more defined like a circle within a circle, or start to look like a perfect bullseye, perhaps you should get it looked at. Do not scratch. I would agree about putting something on to stop the itch. Then I 'd watch it carefully. If it's a normal bite it will just run it's course and get better in about 5 days.

Good luck.

Gia

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From: Vancouver USA
Registered: May 2004

posted September 13, 2004 10:46 AM         

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Baking Soda paste is cheap and effective for bug bites and stings.
(Mix baking soda and water to make a paste, apply)

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From: auburn, maine, u.s.a.
Registered: Jan 2002

posted September 15, 2004 09:51 PM         

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it could be a tick bite, try hot compresses to get poison out in spite of what kind of bite is it

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posted September 18, 2004 06:57 PM         

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oooh...thanks for all your help

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