A member asked:

I got a scratch from my puppy on my foot. it's a little red and inflamed around it. i was wondering if that was normal...or if it could be something worse like a flesh eating bacteria?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Puppy scratch: This is likely a reaction to a scratch. Very unlikely to be a "flesh eating bacteria". Recommend cleansing the wound with soap and water, keeping it clean and dry, and seeking routine evaluation by a healthcare provider.

Answered 9/10/2015

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