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Centipede and Millipede Bites


Some of the larger centipedes can inflict a painful bite, causing swelling and redness. Symptoms rarely persist for more than 48 hours.


An ice cube wrapped in plastic and a thin cloth and placed on a centipede bite usually relieves the pain.

Toxic secretions of millipedes should be washed from the skin with large amounts of soap and water. If a skin reaction develops, a corticosteroid cream should be applied.

Eye injuries should be flushed with water (irrigated) immediately.