Here’s what to do in case of swelling from a spider bite

While the majority of spiders found in the world are harmless, they can sometimes bite when they try to defend themselves.

A spider bite is easily recognised by two dots at the site of the bite created by the spider using its mandibles.

A spider bite usually causes a small, slightly swollen spot to appear.

In most instances, this spot will disappear after a few days, but there are cases that can result in prolonged swelling.

So what should you do if your spider nip swells? Find out in the video above.

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BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - JUNE 12: Tailor Gary Keenan (R) of Bogart Menswear measures up a suit using a customer pod designed to keep customers safe from Covid-19 after their store reopened for business on June 12, 2020 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. After being shuttered for months to curb the spread of Covid-19, retailers here reopened with social distancing measures, a few days ahead of when similar businesses can reopen in England. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)