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My cat bit me and my thumb is swollen. it bled quite a bit when it happened. i can not bend it. do i need antibiotics or a tetnis shot?
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Exam needed: An exam will be needed in order to assess for possible early infection. The decision about tetanus injection is based on the time you had your last tetanus shot and your GP will likely have documentation about it if you cannot remember, they are typically good for 10 years.
Answered 8/25/2020
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