X20-X29: Contact with venomous animals and plants

X21: Contact with venomous spiders

Contact with venomous spiders refers to a group of conditions that arise as the result of being bitten by a spider that carries venom, often causing systemic or localized reactions in the human body. Transmission occurs primarily through a spider bite, when the arachnid injects venom into the skin. Common symptoms vary depending on the species of spider, but may typically include redness, swelling, and pain at the bite site, as well as nausea, sweating, abdominal pain, and fever. In more severe cases caused by highly venomous spiders, symptoms may escalate to muscle pain, chills, irregular heart rhythms, or even life-threatening scenarios. The progression of the disease largely depends on the type of spider and the individual's immune response, ranging from a simple localized reaction to multi-system involvement in serious cases. It's crucial to identify the spider for appropriate medical evaluation and management, should it be necessary.