An animal bite can cause a break in the skin, a bruise or a puncture wound.
General considerations
If the bite is a puncture wound, there is a greater likelihood of infection.
Rabies is a rare, but potentially deadly disease spread by the saliva of animals affected by this disease. If you suspect that an animal is suffering from rabies, avoid near him and to notify the competent authorities. Examples include a raccoon (more…)
Become victims of dog bites should be controlled in the blood from the wound and clean up the damaged area with water for the animals salivate. Wash the wound gently with soap and water for five minutes, rinse, dry and covered with a sterile bandage. Most cases of dog bites requires a complaint to the health center.
This is to identify the animals and see if it shows signs of rabies. If someone is infected by rabies, the disease can be fatal. Please identify the animal for observation, will have to carry rabies vaccines. Symptoms of rabies may appear from 10 days to 2 years after the bite. Even if small, check with your doctor to see if you need extra care and assess the risk of infection, tetanus or rabies.