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What Should I Do After A Dog Bite?
I got bit by a neighbors dog today but it dnt bleedBut there is a mark were I got bit almost like I got scratched by fingernails were blood dots under the skin. I dnt know much bout the dog should I worry bout rabies? Not sure wht I shyd do nvr been bit by a dog befor.
Fri, 9 May 2014
Hello!
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Since rabies and Tetanus are life threatening infection You can not take the risk.
So you should go for:-Anti-rabies shot
-Tetanus toxoid shot.
If there is no wound at the site nothing else should be done.
Take care.
Dr.Rovena
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Since rabies and Tetanus are life threatening infection You can not take the risk.
So you should go for:-Anti-rabies shot
-Tetanus toxoid shot.
If there is no wound at the site nothing else should be done.
Take care.
Dr.Rovena
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