An Irritable Infant and the Runaway Redback: An Instructive Case
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The envenomation syndrome of Redback spider bites, lactrodectism, is distinctive. However diagnosis can be difficult due to an atypical presentation. We describe the case of a 1 year old boy with irritability, diaphoresis and reduced oral intake, in whom a diagnosis was made of redback spider bite. Successful resolution of symptoms was achieved following treatment with antivenom. The symptoms and management of redback spider bites is discussed.
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2018 ◽
Vol 33
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pp. 86-88
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2009 ◽
Vol 28
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pp. 697-702
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2020 ◽
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Vol 2016
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pp. 1-4
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2021 ◽
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