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My 3 month old Labrador puppy bit me
I'm 27 yr old female. My 3 month old lab puppy bit me on my foot, little blood came out. His vaccinations are going on and anti-rabies is scheduled after 2 weeks from now.
Is it safe or I should visit a doctor? Please suggest.
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You should wash the wound with soap and flowing water. Do not squeeze the wound.
Apply betadine ointment and leave it open.
Next Steps
Visit your doctor immediately and get yourself vaccinated with Anti Rabies vaccine, 5 doses.
inj TT 1 dose right now.
Health Tips
The dog/ cat bite should always be taken seriously and one should receive Anti Rabies vaccine. If wound is deep will need immunoglobulin as well.
Vaccination of the pet protects the pet from getting Rabies but it can be carrying the virus and transmit to the person been bitten.
Wash the wound immediately under tap water and soap.
Keep the wound open always.
Seek medical attention immediately always
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