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A cat scratches/bite me in my leg

2017-11-26 14:55:01
A old street cat scratches/bite me in my leg, blood is also coming, my question is what should i do now, and is are anything to worry about?
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Hi, You should get it cleaned with soap water, get a first aid, tetanus injection. Rabies vaccination 5 doses is required for cat bite or scratches.

Answered2017-11-26 17:03:16

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