Muscle rigidity and spasms, convulsions, and delirium may develop. In rare cases these symptoms may be followed by cardiac arrest and death. Brown recluse Redness and pain begin anywhere from two to eight hours after the bite. As the venom destroys the surrounding tissue, a blister forms and within 2 weeks this becomes an open sore. The sore can become infected and in some cases may take many weeks to heal.
Deaths are rare but they usually are caused by kidney failure within the first two days.
Tarantula Soreness around the bite may linger for several days. Prevention Keeping in mind where spiders are likely to live can help prevent your being bitten. When moving things around in sheds, garages, and basements, wear a pair of heavy gloves. Do not reach into places that you cannot see into.