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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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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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.

Dr Kern and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

I helped capture my neighbors cat and was bitten several times on my hand, drawing blood. it is now very swollen. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Kern and another doctor agreed

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