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Originally Posted by Tobra View Post
Something about the venom does make them more prone to getting infected, 48 hours is the right time frame too. Does something to compromise the local response. Brown recluse and copperhead bites are very prone to getting MRSA infections.

Even if you are not having a true allergic reaction, antihistamine and ice will mitigate the misery.
They don't really bite, they sting like a bee / wasp.

Is it possible that they are dragging that stinger around on the ground and picking up nasty stuff?

Would that explain easier infections?
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