Animal Bite Learning Center

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An animal bite can result in a break in the skin, a bruise, or a puncture wound.

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Symptoms
Possible symptoms include: Skin break with or without bleeding; Puncture-type wound; Major cuts; Crushing injuries; B...
Causes
Pets are the most common cause of bites, with dog bites occurring most often. Cat bites may have a higher chance of i...
Treatments
Calm and reassure the person. Wear latex gloves or wash hands thoroughly before attending to the wound. Wash hands af...
Prevention
Teach children not to approach strange animals; Do not provoke or tease animals.

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