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Bite wound on foot, feverish went to dr. prescribed cephaliim and steriod ointment!, what else can i do?
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Keep it clean!: Assuming this is a dog bite, a broad spectrum antibiotic like Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) (if no pcn allergy) is the drug of choice for infection along with daily and gentle cleansing of the wound. I dont like topical steroids, and would only use topical rx ointment like bactroban. The wound may have to be irrigated and debrided, and possibly closed, if really bad.
Answered 1/9/2019
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Apply ice: And monitor the wound closely for any changes. Try to avoid any shoes that will press on the area.
Answered 9/6/2012
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