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What should i do if i have been scratched and bitten by a cat and there is now swelling on my wrist ?

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Go to doctor or ER: Cat bites to the hand and wrist have a high incidence of infection. You may need to be on antibiotics so get medical care.

Answered 4/22/2020

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A member asked:

What should i do if i have been scratched and bitten by a cat and there is now swelling on my wrist ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

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