Not a Bite But .,,, Urticating Hairs! Anyone experience any other issue than a rash? Ever get in your eye? etc....

[Dr. Phibes]

Just curious has anyone had any major issues with urticating hairs? I understand can be a major issue if gets in your eye and even requiring surgery to extract... I have all New World T's and most are kickers. Any cautions other than don't put near your face when handling and wash your hands-arms after handing. Appreciate your feedback. Take Care

 

[Lentulus]

I caught T‘s in the wild as a child. Aphonopelma steindachneri I think but can’t confirm. Let em crawl all over hands, arms, head, clothes, and like any good boy, never put any thought into washing anything after. Simply moved on to other forms of play after getting board. It wasn’t an issue for me or the dozens of other kids in our group.

I imagine all the hysteria behind the hairs likely come from prolonged exposure and naturally those with more sensitive skin. For what it’s worth.

 

[Reptisect]

Just curious has anyone had any major issues with urticating hairs? I understand can be a major issue if gets in your eye and even requiring surgery to extract... I have all New World T's and most are kickers. Any cautions other than don't put near your face when handling and wash your hands-arms after handing. Appreciate your feedback. Take Care

Honestly if I see someone using I hazmat suit to rehouse a chaco golden knee, I wouldn't even judge them. I know the pain like the back of my hand (definitely a coincidence I said hand and pain in a thread about urticating hairs)

 

[m0lsx]

We always keep some of those one per day hayfever, (Antihistamine at 30 for £1) in the cupboard. I occasionally get haired on feeding night & normally washing my hands does the trick. But, I normally top that up with an antihistamine, as they are so cheap & it stops that horrible middle of the night irritation, that occasionally occurs.

 

[nellyitchabelly]

Honestly if I see someone using I hazmat suit to rehouse a chaco golden knee, I wouldn't even judge them. I know the pain like the back of my hand (definitely a coincidence I said hand and pain in a thread about urticating hairs)

I'm new at this hobby but after reading the and hearing about those hairs I put gloves on, a face mask on and safety glasses over my glasses because I understand they could cause serious issues if they get inside you

 

[BigBill'sUniverse]

I normally just wear gloves and keep my face away from anywhere it shouldn't be. I've never had hairs kicked at me, but I've gotten them on my hands cleaning water bowls and such. Didn't really bother me after a few minutes of itchiness, but I figured gloves would just make life easier in the long run.