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What Causes Persistent Swelling And Numbness Around The Ankle Post A Dog Bite?
I was bitten by a dog, and the area (around my ankle) is swollen. The swollen area is numb. The Dr. gave me a tetanus shot and put me on penicillin. I am concerned about the continued swelling and numbness since this happened 4 days ago. E-mail address is YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 26 Feb 2019
Hello,
The swelling and numbness at the area of a dog bite are normal.
I recommend to online taking the antibiotics to prevent an infection.
I also suggest applying a sterile bandage to the wound.
Apply antibiotic ointment to the injury every day to prevent infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The swelling and numbness at the area of a dog bite are normal.
I recommend to online taking the antibiotics to prevent an infection.
I also suggest applying a sterile bandage to the wound.
Apply antibiotic ointment to the injury every day to prevent infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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