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A sheep bit my finger and it drew blood. do i need to take it to hospital for any infection treatment?
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Sheep bite: Hey i would not be too concerned about the sheep - its you and the finger that is of concern. Infections from animal bites can be bad. Please go to the er and get it checked.
Answered 4/3/2015
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