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I was bitten by a stray cat a few minutes ago. the bite is superficial and it didn't draw blood. i washed the bite immediately. is infection bossible?

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Cat bite: Cat bites can be infectious and definitely need oral antibiotics. Also stray cat can cause rabies and need vaccination and treatment for rabies as soon as possible.

Answered 7/17/2016

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