A member asked:

I got bit by a dog yesterday 14 stiches in my lip and a couple in my face. how do i clean the ones in my lip? and make the swelling go down? also u

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See your doctor : You may need a Rabies Vaccine if the health status of the dog is unknown and may also need a tetanus shot. Your dr. May have prescribed antibiotics for 7-14 days. You can keep the wound clean and apply antibiotic ointment on it. Also, you can apply an ice pack on your face for 10- 15 min at a time to make the swelling go down. Follow up with your physician.

Answered 8/7/2015

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