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Question: I received a cat bite on the center, back of my hand. My hand is swollen, red and sore. I've been taking Advil and after two days, it's improving. I'm assuming it's healing w/ time, but am wondering if it's effecting me in any other way, ie, upset stomach & mild headache? Do I need an antibiotic? Is it too late? I live 75 miles from the nearest town.
Brief Answer:
cat bites require antibiotic treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
cat bites get infected at a rate of 80%. This is too high to ignore. Antibiotic treatment is required. Amoxicillin-Clavulanate would be an appropriate choice if there are no contraindications. Since the bitten part was the hand, it would be better if a doctor had a look at it. The hand may get infected and the infection may be hard to manage.
I hope it helps!
Kind Regards!
cat bites require antibiotic treatment
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
cat bites get infected at a rate of 80%. This is too high to ignore. Antibiotic treatment is required. Amoxicillin-Clavulanate would be an appropriate choice if there are no contraindications. Since the bitten part was the hand, it would be better if a doctor had a look at it. The hand may get infected and the infection may be hard to manage.
I hope it helps!
Kind Regards!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Detailed Answer:
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