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I got bit by a dog and it was treated in hospital but a week later it is swollen red and puss is coming from it?

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Infection: The infection was not completely cured and needs more treatment, please see your doctor.

Answered 7/3/2017

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A member asked:

I got bit by a dog and it was treated in hospital but a week later it is swollen red and puss is coming from it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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