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What Causes Foul Smell Coming From The Wound Caused By Dog Bite?

I was ben by a dog 7 days ago and there is a really bad smell coming from the wound along with fluid. there was 6 stitches put in my leg and the skin is red and green around the bite. what is that smell and should I go back to the hospital for infection?
Thu, 2 Jun 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in hHCM.
I have read your description and understand your concern.
Based on the colour change of red and green with presence of foul smell coming from the wound caused by dog bite is indicative of active 'anaerobic infection' of the affected tissues.
You need to go to the hospital or consult Physician at the earliest as it needs to be assessed by physical examination. Following which, the problem can be treated with an appropriate course of oral antibiotics and use of topical wound care.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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What Causes Foul Smell Coming From The Wound Caused By Dog Bite?

Hi, Thanks for posting in hHCM. I have read your description and understand your concern. Based on the colour change of red and green with presence of foul smell coming from the wound caused by dog bite is indicative of active anaerobic infection of the affected tissues. You need to go to the hospital or consult Physician at the earliest as it needs to be assessed by physical examination. Following which, the problem can be treated with an appropriate course of oral antibiotics and use of topical wound care. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.