Taylor Momsen Says Spider Bite Sent Her to Hospital During AC/DC Tour
Taylor Momsen was hospitalized in Mexico City after what she described as a venomous spider bite during her tour stop with AC/DC. Reports say she received medical treatment, shared updates from the hospital, and kept moving forward with her schedule.
For those who suffer from arachnophobia, don’t worry, there are no spider pictures in this article.
People reported that Momsen first posted about the bite on April 8, showing treatment from a doctor in Mexico, then followed with more serious updates on April 14 and April 15, including an overnight hospital stay.
Fox News noted that she told fans the spider’s venom “did a number” on her system, while still making it clear she planned to keep the show going.
Momsen’s own social media posts (included below) showed that this wasn’t just a small bump and a bandage, it had reached the point where doctors had to step in fast.
Who is Taylor Momsen?
Back in 2000, plenty of people first knew Taylor Momsen as Cindy Lou Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas. A different generation remembers her as Jenny Humphrey on Gossip Girl.
After acting she shifted hard into music, becoming the lead singer of The Pretty Reckless and building a real rock career with multiple No. 1 songs.
Why spider bites happen
The Cleveland Clinic states that spiders usually bite people only when they feel threatened, or when they’re trapped or accidentally pressed against the skin.
The Mayo Clinic doubles down on this sentiment, saying that bites are generally defensive, not aggressive.
In simple terms, spiders usually aren’t hunting humans down, the trouble tends to start when one gets disturbed in clothing, bedding, shoes, or another tight space.
What symptoms matter?
Information from the CDC shows that spider bites can range from mild to serious. Common symptoms may include itching, rash, pain, redness, swelling, or a reddish-purple area or blister.
More severe reactions can bring muscle pain or cramping, sweating, fever, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and trouble breathing.
Not every bite becomes an emergency, but when in doubt, seek medical help.
For instance, the Mayo Clinic says you should get medical care right away if you know, or even suspect, the bite came from a dangerous spider, if the wound is getting larger, if redness is spreading, or if you’re having trouble breathing or swallowing.
The Cleveland Clinic highlights other red flags, including heart palpitations, severe muscle pain, vomiting, weakness, fever, vision problems, severe headache, or signs of infection like yellow drainage.
If you’re experiencing any of these things after a suspected spider bite, get medical help. Don’t try to tough it out.
More About:Health