Brostafarian Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Hi all, Have a look at this it just bit me ... well it landed on my pillow and I sat back squashed it a bit so it bit me. It looks a bit spider-like to me although no legs or just leg buds -any idea what it is and whether or not I should be worried? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candypants Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) that is wack! i have no idea what that thing is. Edited May 11, 2013 by candypants 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattayadingo Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 The g/f says you should see the doctor. have some people go to hospital after being bitten by one. But that is what the Thai g/f says. The rest is up to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanLaew Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 There's a movie about this isn't there. Alien or something...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Looks like a spider with it's legs missing. As far as I know Thailand has no dangerous spiders. How it came to lose its legs is the biggest mystery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooked Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Termite, can bite but not dangerous. Unless the house comes down crashing about your ears. Sent from my iPhone using ThaiVisa app 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brostafarian Posted May 11, 2013 Author Share Posted May 11, 2013 Not dead and have had no symptoms since the bite. Yellow bodies backsnap spider??? It's not on google hmmmmmmpph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post klubex99 Posted May 11, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) {unhelpful troll post deleted} Not a very helpful post, in fact you should be a bit careful posting BS info just to frighten someone. This sort of crap could cause someone to panic in fear for their life if they were the sort of person to take you seriously... On top of that, it isn't even funny. Some folks really ought to try and get a life. Edited May 12, 2013 by sbk 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDGRUEN Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 It looks like an immature form of some insect...but too large. I have not seen anything quite like it. If you are not having any reaction to the bite - then I wouldn't worry. At the bite site if you are showing swelling, red streaks, pain, oozing, then you should get some attention. Or, it you are experience a systemic reaction - dizziness, nausea, fainting, - then I wouldn't worry too much about it. You should try peroxide to clean the bite area, use a triple anti-biotic ointment, and a bandaid. A camphor based ointment or oil would be good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooked Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Termite. Sent from my iPhone using ThaiVisa app 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct99q Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Termite and not generally not dangerous. However as posted with any bug bite (especially in the tropics) keep it clean and any changes in color, soreness, oozing, smell, go to a clinic or doctor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaoNow Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 A month ago, I was bitten by (I think) a small spider with a clear-colored sac -- not the common, larger, brown long-legged type which peiodically appears in my house in Taling Chan, Bangkok. I suspected that spider since I spotted it a few days after I had symptoms, and I had never seen a spider like that in the home before. The morning after the (presumed) bite, I had a swelling in my knee and a red rash that ran up my thigh. I waited a few days to see if it would resolve on its own, but it did not. So I went to Mission Hospital and they put me on IV antibiotics for a presumed reaction to an infected insect bite. Then I went on oral antibiotics for 5 days. But the symptoms came back. Another IV session and 5 more days of oral antibiotics. It then cleared up. Now I feel like I can climb walls.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mary Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 ^Spiders aren't insects! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritsSikkink Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) If somebody is bitten by an insect/animal and is worried, they should see a doctor and not post pics on a general forum. Edited May 11, 2013 by sbk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDrinker Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Just to sweep aside the Saturday Night Dead comedian crew as the Op is clearly concerned you bellends; There are no life threatening insects/arachnids in Thailand unless you are at risk from possible anaphylaxis or the bite turns septic. Then you must seek medical help, if not, then the worst you'll get is a bit sore for a few hours. Tiger Balm usually helps soothe many bites/stings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Three possibilities here: Photoshopped. It`s a spider that has been at the whiskey and woke up, legless. Or something that has been bred in a laboratory - Frankenspider? My money`s on, photoshopped. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muythai2013 Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 If it's not in Australia don't worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritsSikkink Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) Another one Edited May 11, 2013 by FritsSikkink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHammer Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 The only thing that could be dangerous is if it is a tick that can carry some nasty neurological diseases like borrelia. It does look slightly like a tick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geriatrickid Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 (edited) Just to sweep aside the Saturday Night Dead comedian crew as the Op is clearly concerned you bellends; There are no life threatening insects/arachnids in Thailand unless you are at risk from possible anaphylaxis or the bite turns septic. Then you must seek medical help, if not, then the worst you'll get is a bit sore for a few hours. Tiger Balm usually helps soothe many bites/stings. Centipedes? To the OP, I am sorry you have been ridiculed as your concern is legit. If you are in doubt or wish to have reassurance, take the picture and present yourself at the hospital. Only you are aware of your current general health. There is no point stressing and worrying. Go and seek an qualified opinion. I have been stung/bit by some insects in Thailand and thought I would tough it out. I was an idiot. Edited May 11, 2013 by geriatrickid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbk Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 unhelpful troll post and responses removed. People do come on here looking for advice and help. Suggest you bear that in mind when posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDrinker Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Just to sweep aside the Saturday Night Dead comedian crew as the Op is clearly concerned you bellends; There are no life threatening insects/arachnids in Thailand unless you are at risk from possible anaphylaxis or the bite turns septic. Then you must seek medical help, if not, then the worst you'll get is a bit sore for a few hours. Tiger Balm usually helps soothe many bites/stings. Centipedes? To the OP, I am sorry you have been ridiculed as your concern is legit. If you are in doubt or wish to have reassurance, take the picture and present yourself at the hospital. Only you are aware of your current general health. There is no point stressing and worrying. Go and seek an qualified opinion. I have been stung/bit by some insects in Thailand and thought I would tough it out. I was an idiot. A centipede bite hurts, but its not deadly and that isn't a centipede... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muythai2013 Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 unhelpful troll post and responses removed. People do come on here looking for advice and help. Suggest you bear that in mind when posting. true but when I get bit i usually head to the dr, not TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satcommlee Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Are you still with us? If so, I'd say don't worry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbk Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 unhelpful troll post and responses removed. People do come on here looking for advice and help. Suggest you bear that in mind when posting. true but when I get bit i usually head to the dr, not TV. not everyone has easy access to a doctor much less a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eesat Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 that is wack! i have no idea what that thing is. "Wack"? Are we back in an 80s breakdancing movie and is your name Turbo or Ozone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puyai Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Just to sweep aside the Saturday Night Dead comedian crew as the Op is clearly concerned you bellends; There are no life threatening insects/arachnids in Thailand unless you are at risk from possible anaphylaxis or the bite turns septic. Then you must seek medical help, if not, then the worst you'll get is a bit sore for a few hours. Tiger Balm usually helps soothe many bites/stings. Centipedes? To the OP, I am sorry you have been ridiculed as your concern is legit. If you are in doubt or wish to have reassurance, take the picture and present yourself at the hospital. Only you are aware of your current general health. There is no point stressing and worrying. Go and seek an qualified opinion. I have been stung/bit by some insects in Thailand and thought I would tough it out. I was an idiot. A centipede bite hurts, but its not deadly and that isn't a centipede... They can kill but it is extremely rare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcharacters Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Termite, can bite but not dangerous. Unless the house comes down crashing about your ears. Sent from my iPhone using ThaiVisa app . My money goes to the termite guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 Google termites and you won't see any with that body shape. They do not have a bulbous abdomen, it is generally elongated and ridged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MESmith Posted May 12, 2013 Share Posted May 12, 2013 (edited) Google termites and you won't see any with that body shape. They do not have a bulbous abdomen, it is generally elongated and ridged. Mutant termite? Or maybe just the head? Edited May 12, 2013 by MESmith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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