I was jogging near Stroudsburg PA when a dog bit my hand. How concerned should I be that the dog bite wound might become infected?
• According to a June 21, 2009 article published in Med Page Today, it is estimated the 30% to 40% of hand bites from dogs & cats become infected. • Common infections from dog bites include: bacteremia, meningitis, endocarditis, peritonitis and tetanus. • Immediately consult with a doctor so that the dog bite wound can be thoroughly cleansed. Frequently, antibiotics, a tetanus shot and/or a rabies shot are administered.
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