･ 1 Clean the wound immediately with soap and water, rubbing alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide. ･ 2 Put pressure on the wound to stop the bleeding. ･ 3 Hold the wound above your heart if the bite is on your hand or arm. ･ 4 Place a clean bandag...
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I was bitten once by a cat and needed antibiotics, so I knew cat bites can be VERY dangerous. Back in MD the next day with a swollen hand, he went to the doctor—and got put on an IV immediately to get the anti-biotic in his system fast.
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Treat Cat Bites and Scratches ... As much as humans interact with felines, cat bites are common injuries, especially in children. Responding to a cat bite should always start with the safety of all involved, including the victim, the rescuer, ... How to Treat Dog Bites - Dog Bite Treatment - Treating a Dog Bite...
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firstaid.about.com/od/bitesstings/ht/07_Cat_Bites.htm
firstaid.about.com/od/bitesstings/ht/07_Cat_Bites.htm
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TheCatSite.com - Cat Bites ... Ouch! - More Than You Ever Wanted To Know About Cat Bites ... Cats have teeth. Cats have sharp teeth. A cat will bite when it's upset. A cat will bite hard when it's very upset. Cat bites hurt. Cat bites in your finger joints hurt a lot.
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www.thecatsite.com/general/catbites.html
www.thecatsite.com/general/catbites.html
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Physicians treat 1 to 2 million animal bites per year - between 5 to 19% are inflicted by cats. Because cat teeth are long and slender, they are more likely to cause puncture wounds (as opposed to dog bites which tend to cause avulsions, lacerations, or crush wounds).
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intmedweb.wfubmc.edu/blurbs/id/catbite.html
intmedweb.wfubmc.edu/blurbs/id/catbite.html
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Information about cat and dogs bites from the American Academy of Family Physicians. ... You have a cat bite. Cat bites often cause infection. You don't need to call your doctor for a cat scratch, unless you think the wound is infected.
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familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/healthy/firstaid/...
familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/healthy/firstaid/bites/203.html
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This fact sheet answers commonly-asked questions regarding dog and cat bites. First aid procedures, what to expect if your doctor has to treat a dog or cat bite, and prevention strategies are among the topics discussed. ... American Academy of Family Physicians...
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Pets are the most common cause of bites, with dog bites occurring most often. Cat bites may have a higher chance of infection (due to their longer, sharper teeth, which can produce deeper puncture wounds). Stray animals and wild animals, such as skunks, raccoons, and bats, also bite thousands of people each year.
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www.myoptumhealth.com/portal/ADAM/item/Animal+bites
www.myoptumhealth.com/portal/ADAM/item/Animal+bites
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Pulsus Group Inc, the medical peer review publisher, publishes the work of medical researchers in a manner that exemplifies the highest standards in research integrity. Main specialty areas include cardiology, gastroenterology, paediatric health, respiratory health, pain, infectious diseases and plastic surgery.
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www.pulsus.com/Paeds/05_07/davi_ed.htm
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