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I don't know what to do for a dog bite?

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Dog bite: Go to emergency room, needs a good wash out, rabie shot history of dog needs to be known otherwise you may need prophylaxsis and may need antibiotics.

Answered 1/23/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If bitten by a dog ;: Wound is minor - wash w soap ; water, apply antibiotic ointment ; cover w bandaid /bandage. For more serious wound or possible infection, apply pressure ; obtain urgent care. Per mayo clinic, if last tetanus shot was > 5 years ago ; wound is “deep or dirty”, a booster shot may be recommended. If you are bitten by wild animal or there ^’ed rabies risk obtain care asap.

Answered 9/11/2015

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