Thanks so much! I'm going to the western doctor tomorrow again to have a better experience (I can go there for free, but can't get better naturopathic care for free, unfortunately...).
I have also been thinking spider bite. Mostly it itches, and now it seems it's healing, however ugly. It's dark red and scabbed, drying out. As opposed to the blistery rash. So, we'll see what they say tomorrow.
And I keep meaning to write to say thanks so much for the remedy! I got them just before I left and I haven't taken them. Will start the day I get home. So, definitely no relation.

Have a great time in Portland. We're so close right now -- I'm in Ptown.

Sending love.