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I got a scratch from falling down from a small roof. it looks like i got scratched by a cat and i dont know how to treat it. help?
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See a dr: If the scratch looks like it's getting infected (redness, discharge, pain, warmth) then you should get evaluated and may need antibiotics.
Answered 7/8/2020
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