Animal Bite Treatment Doctors in Ghaziabad

Animal Bite is injury or wound formed from teeth of an animal. Animal bites would develop virus or bacterial infection, which can sometimes become life-threatening if not treated in right time. The basic guidelines should be followed to avoid serious threat when animals bite:

For minor wounds: the bite barely tears the skin, there is no danger of rabies. Wash thoroughly with soap and water, apply antibiotic cream and cover with bandage.

For deep wounds: the bite results in deep tearing of skin and bleeds. Press hard with clean cloth to stop bleeding and see the doctor immediately.

For infection: if the bite causes swelling, redness, pain or oozing, see the doctor immediately.

For suspected rabies: if you suspect the animal bite may cause rabies see the doctor immediately.

Some of the symptoms of Animal Bite:

• Damage or infection due to scratching or tearing of animal
• Infected by bacteria or virus
• Venom introduces into wound
• Inflammation and itching

When should you consult a doctor?

Consult a doctor immediately if you met with animal bite to diagnose the seriousness of infection.