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Is Cat bite is dangerous if ignored

2022-10-18 13:22:50
A cat has bitten me last week ..is it necessary to take injection ? Also so many times scratched and blood came
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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2022-11-16 13:54:21

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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2022-11-07 02:57:13

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2022-10-19 09:27:00

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Cats can transmit Rabies.  The saliva of cat may have other bacteria and viruses also.

Answered2022-10-18 14:15:34

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It’s better to be on safe side, take Inj Tetanus and Inj Antirabies. Its not gng to harm u, but its safest way.

Answered2022-10-18 13:46:42

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Yes it can be dangerous depending on category of wound. So, it is necessary to take Anti Rabies injection and tetanus injection also(same for dog bite also).
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visit nearest govt hospital(PHC/CHC etc) and consult the doctor for doses and antibiotics if needed.
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Don't take local treatment or pour anything unsterile over the wound.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2022-10-18 13:33:52

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Antibiotics and antirabies vaccine is required.. Visit to your nearest hospital for local wound examination.. Kindly don't ignore.. It can be fatal..

Answered2022-10-18 13:32:58

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Kindly take tetanus injection and rabies vaccination scheduled
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Betadine ointment local application thrice a day

Answered2022-10-18 13:29:36

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Yes u need to take injection

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Yes need to take vaccine

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Can develop rabies

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A detailed history would help in understanding your situation better. Kindly consult at your convenience

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Yes it can lead complications Kindly take injection course

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Yes u have to take rabies vaccine

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