cat scratch disease

7 Tips of Teaching You How to Treat a Cat Bite

by lisa on Jun 29, 2010

In this article, I'll teach you how to treat a cat bite .

As many as 40 percent of cat bites become infected and require medical care. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

Steps:

1. Clean the wound immediately with lots of 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 bandage over the wound.

5. Assess the wound for signs of infection: unusual redness or swelling, increasing warmth in the area, red streaking, or fever. See a doctor if signs of infection develop.

6. Get a tetanus shot if your primary series is incomplete or if it has been more than five years since your last shot.

7. Determine the rabies vaccine status of the cat. The cat should be observed for...Read More >>