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I helped capture my neighbors cat and was bitten several times on my hand, drawing blood. it is now very swollen. what to do?
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Get seen: These usually require an antibiotic and the wound may need to be treated as well. You'll need to find out whether the cat was properly immunized against rabies; if not, you may need the injections.
Answered 10/23/2017
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