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Baby 16 months got a surface bite from a dog close to her eye ? very shallow bite . do i need to take her to the hospital for a shot
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Wound care: Keep the area clean and dry. Watch for swelling and redness. Apply antibiotic ointment three times daily. Please see your pediatrician.
Answered 4/12/2020
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Basics: I would assume the kid has had her basic infant vaccines which include the tetanus (DTaP) & these should be up to date. Any issues about rabies is a local one & determined by your local health department. Pet dogs who have had their shots are not a risk. Stray dogs may but for this I would contact someone in your region. A good cleaning of the wound can help avoid the common bacterial infections.
Answered 4/17/2020
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