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'It ate my skin away' – What a spider bite in Mallorca reveals about our health system

Why Spider Bites Can Be Misdiagnosed in Mallorca

Spider bites in Mallorca can be mistaken for abscesses or infections, delaying the right treatment.

Published: April 22, 2026
'It ate my skin away' – What a spider bite in Mallorca reveals about our health system

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Why can spider bites be misdiagnosed in Mallorca?

Some cases are treated first as something else, such as an abscess or a simple skin infection, before the true cause is recognised. In Mallorca, the problem described is not only the bite itself but also that initial treatment can be wrong if the possibility of a spider bite is not considered. That can delay proper care and make the wound worse.

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