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What to do about a human bite?
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See a doctor now!: Human bites, especially if it penetrates the full thickness of the skin, have a very high potential for infection; much higher than dog bites. See a doctor immediately as these are almost always treated with antibiotics.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Quick treat: Human mouths are filthy. They can get awful quickly. Seek medical treatment asap.
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