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Cat bite treatment

2021-05-07 16:29:43
My cat bit me yesterday,I'm experiencing pain swelling and itching there on my thumb where she bit me do I need any medication or injection for it please help?!
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Is your cat fully vaccinated? Share your current condition with a doctor, they might need to see your thumb for any infection and they will be able to give you a helpful prescription.

Answered2021-05-07 17:07:04

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Yes. You need treatment and post exposure prophylaxis a early as possible. Consult online initially to get primary advice . Need to share picture of the bitten area. Whether there was abrasion or bleeding.
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Answered2021-05-07 16:32:36

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