There is only a slight local reaction with some pain at the site of the bite. The neurotoxin injected by the spider may cause pain, muscle spasm, and paralysis in distant parts of the body. Vomiting and abdominal cramps. If shock occurs, take appropriate measures. Take the victim to the nearest hospital as soon as possible.
Treatment usually entails the administration of muscle relaxants and pain medication.
Although an antivenin is available, it is not necessary in most cases. The brown recluse is a small spider that has a violin-shaped marking on its upper back. The bite may not become apparent for several hours or days. But then a red lesion appears that becomes a blister. The appearance of the blister may be followed by fever, nausea, and a body rash.