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I was bit by a dog in the face along the jaw line and there is still numbness. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Sathish Philip answered

Dog bite: Dog bite to the face has a serious risk of infection. Please kindly seek medical attention right away.

Answered 6/4/2016

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