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Dog bite on underside of wrist directly on vein. did not break skin but it has swollen into a purple lump and is painful. how to treat?

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Seek MD attention: Would recommend to see your Primary Care Doctor or to go to an Urgent Care center to be evaluated. You may require antibiotics depending on what the physical examination shows

Dr Hammerstead agreed

Answered 11/30/2018

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