If you’ve ever been bitten by a spider, you know that it can range from mildly uncomfortably to unbearably itchy. Especially if one of these eight spiders has bitten you. Most spider bites will heal up in a few weeks without any intervention, but then why do we have so many remedies that seem to work against bites? Is squeezing pus out of a pimple the same thing when trying to get rid of an itch? Spider bites, although very painful with a large area around the bite, are not that serious of a thing. Some people ask out how to stop the itching but it will go away on its own. I’ve gotten many spider bites over the years, including this one and all you need to do is put peroxide on it to stop the itch.  How do you treat a spider bite? If you’ve ever been bitten by a spider, chances are that the swollen, sore area is still itching and driving you nuts. That’s because it’s infected. Puncture wounds tend to be “dirty” injuries, especially when they are caused by nature. In the wilderness of the Appalachian Trail, staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria will most probably be present on your skin. After two weeks have passed since the incident, you will notice that the bite area has turned reddish-purple or dark red in color — this is quite normal and indicates that there is an infection. This might be hard to diagnose if you suck on the wound like some people do but don’t do this! Instead, see a doctor immediately after noticing any purple discoloration or pus in the wound.

How To Make A Spider Bite Stop Itching

Introduction

In the United States, spiders don’t pose a serious health threat to humans, and most of the time, spider bites aren’t life-threatening. (Though there are two exceptions: the Brown Recluse and the Black Widow.) If you’re bitten by one of these harmless arachnids, a spider bite will typically heal on its own within seven days. In fact, if you’re not sure whether you’ve been bitten by a spider or something else—like maybe an insect—it’s usually best just to wait it out. However, if your bite is causing intense pain, oozing pus or blood, making it hard to breathe or swallow, those are signs that you should seek emergency medical attention to rule out more serious conditions like anaphylactic shock and infection. For mild symptoms like itching and swelling, here are some tried-and-true remedies for soothing your irritated skin until the wound heals:

Soak the bite in ice water.

Cold water is a great tool for reducing the swelling and itching of a spider bite. By soaking the affected area in ice water, you can minimize any swelling and even deaden nerve endings so that they stop sending signals to your brain. Just be sure not to use ice directly on your skin! If you want something cold on your wound, try putting crushed ice into a paper towel or cloth and holding it against your bitten area instead.

You should also avoid getting cold water on your bite for too long—no more than 20 minutes at a time—since it could cause frostbite if left on for too long. Afterward, keep the area dry for at least two days to avoid further irritation or infection.

Try an antihistamine to ease itching and reduce any redness.

To ease itching and reduce redness, take an antihistamine. Make sure to follow the dosage instructions on the package and not exceed them.

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed on the label of your medication, do not take this medicine. If you experience hives or difficulty breathing after taking an antihistamine, seek immediate medical attention from a doctor or poison control center.

Apply a baking soda paste to the bite.

• Get a small bowl, and mix in about 1 teaspoon of baking soda with about 5 teaspoons of water. You’ll want to make sure that the paste is not too runny or too thick; it should be able to stay on your finger without dripping off!
• Apply this paste directly to your spider bite(s), making sure there are no open cuts around where they are located. Leave this mixture on for approximately 5 minutes before washing it off with warm water (or soap if you prefer).

Rub on aloe vera gel.

Aloe vera gel is a natural anti-inflammatory that acts as both a soothing, cooling effect and moisturizing agent. It also has anti-bacterial properties and helps to heal wounds. Because it can be grown in your home, aloe vera gel is good for all types of skin and may even decrease the chances of developing allergies.

Moisturize with honey.

If you have a spider bite on your hand, an effective way to stop it from itching is to rub honey over the affected area.

Honey is a natural antiseptic and it can also moisturize the skin. It’s antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral which means it helps heal wounds by removing bacteria that are causing inflammation or infection. It also has antioxidants in it that help heal wounds faster by repairing damaged tissue cells.

Take over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream and/or a pain reliever such as aspirin or ibuprofen.

Hydrocortisone cream is a topical anti-inflammatory medication that is available at most pharmacies. It can be used to treat many types of skin conditions, including spider bites.

Take 1/2 teaspoon of hydrocortisone cream and apply it directly to the bite site every two to three hours for up to five days. This can help reduce swelling and itching, as well as speed healing time by reducing inflammation caused by an allergic reaction or infection.

If the bite doesn’t get better within two days, or if it gets worse, see your doctor right away.

If the bite doesn’t get better within two days, or if it gets worse, see your doctor right away.

• If you think you may have been bitten by a brown recluse spider, seek medical advice. The brown recluse is also known as the violin spider because of the violin-shaped marking on its back and is found throughout North America.
• If you think you may have been bitten by a black widow spider, see a doctor immediately—black widows are common in warm areas of the United States and Canada, including Texas, California and Florida.

Conclusion

Here is your takeaway: If you find yourself or a loved one with mosquito bite-like symptoms, it’s important to visit a doctor as soon as possible. Most of the time, bites from spiders won’t be life-threatening, but they can become serious if left untreated. It will be difficult to identify the type of spider that bit you, and it’s possible that you could have been bitten by multiple spiders at once. For this reason, it’s best to see a medical professional right away so they can prescribe the proper treatment for your symptoms.