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Can i pass pasteurella multocida or other infection onto humans? dog bite didn't break my skin but dog saliva may have got into already broken skin.

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Dr. Jonathan Strutt answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Nope: I wouldn't worry about that. A good hand washing with soap will get rid of the bacteria on the skin and prevent transmission.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 10/4/2015

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A member asked:

Can i pass pasteurella multocida or other infection onto humans? dog bite didn't break my skin but dog saliva may have got into already broken skin.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jonathan Strutt answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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