.hi I was recently bitten by a dog I had a bad bruise but the hospital said it was not puncture wounds just scratches and bruising.no sign of infection However, in the area of this Injury I have a hard lump that hurts at times. It’s not getting bigger but not improving and it has been about 2 weeks Could it be scar tissue or blood clot:/ I have not been concerned but then others keep scaring me
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The lump on dog bite wound narrates post inflammatory changes in form of non-healing or partial healing. However, consult with a photo picture of the lump is greatly appreciated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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What Does A Lump On A Dog Bite Wound Indicate?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The lump on dog bite wound narrates post inflammatory changes in form of non-healing or partial healing. However, consult with a photo picture of the lump is greatly appreciated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel