Should i cover a dog bite?

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What should I do if bitten by a dog?

If a dog bites you, take these steps right away:

  • Wash the wound.
  • Slow the bleeding with a clean cloth.
  • Apply over-the counter antibiotic cream if you have it.
  • Wrap the wound in a sterile bandage.
  • Keep the wound bandaged and see your doctor.
  • Change the bandage several times a day once your doctor has examined the wound.

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    Will a dog bite heal on its own?

    Dog bites to the face tend to be sutured, while those located on less noticeable parts of the body may be left to heal on their own. Sometimes, dog bite wounds need surgery to repair the wound if there is considerable skin damage or skin loss, or if there are associated injuries that need treatment.

    How do you know if a dog bite is serious?

    What are the symptoms of animal bite infections?

  • pus or fluid oozing from the wound.
  • tenderness in areas near the bite.
  • loss of sensation around the bite.
  • limited use of the finger or hand if the hand was bitten.
  • red streaks near the bite.
  • swollen lymph nodes.
  • fever or chills.
  • night sweats.

    • What are the do’s and don’ts after dog bite?

    Rinse the wound with water and soap. 3. A person with a dog bite will need to receive anti-rabies vaccine on 0, 3, 7, 14 and 28th day of dog bite. If he is unable to find out the status of the dog, he may need to receive a vaccine on 60th and 90th day after the dog bite.

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    2021-12-31 11:05:02