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Mother of 4 fighting for her life after multiple spider bites during campfire
WGAL • • health
Key Points:
- Britagne Miller, a Kansas mother, is fighting for her life after multiple spider bites at Cheney Lake led to severe medical complications, including blood clots and an infected wound requiring surgery.
- Miller, who has pre-existing blood clotting disorders and liver issues, was diagnosed with end-stage liver failure during her hospital stay and faces a long recovery with plans for a liver transplant.
- Doctors suspect the bite came from a brown recluse spider, one of two venomous spiders found in Kansas, with experts advising preventive measures like sealing cracks and wearing gloves when handling stored items.
- The medical crisis has impacted Miller's family financially, as her husband lost his job due to caregiving demands, prompting them to start a GoFundMe campaign for medical and living expenses.
