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Infection chance?

2016-08-12 16:35:16
I was standing just outside my office when I noticed a stray dog standing behind me. I, being a hypochondriac, immediately checked my legs for signs of any bite. The attached image is what I found. Do you think this is a bite or a scratch? I was wearing jeans at that time and did not feel anything touch me.
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Nothing significant, I think you can ignore this.

Answered2016-08-14 15:58:18

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