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If you were bit by a cat how long would it be for symptoms of infection to show up if it were to become infected?

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Dr. John Wigneswaran answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Cat Bite: Typically 24 hours or earlier if the patient has vascular disease. The bacteria typically seen is Pasteurella multocida - which is PCN sensitive.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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