A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Was this helpful?Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Page 2
A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Was this helpful?Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Page 3
A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Was this helpful?Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Page 4
A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Was this helpful?Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Page 5
A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. Page 6
A cat bite can come from a domestic house cat or a feral stray. Although it may be painful, the bite may not cause any serious complications. However, if the bite becomes infected, medical attention may be necessary. It is not uncommon for cats to bite people. In fact, cat bites are the second most common bites by mammals behind dog bites. Cat bites do not tend to be serious, and many are treatable at home. However, in the event of a more serious cat bite, you may need to seek medical treatment to prevent infection and other complications. Read on to find out what to do if a cat bites you, including information about infection risks, treatment options, and possible complications. If you experience a cat bite, it is important to immediately wash the wound using soap and water. If there is bleeding, apply pressure to the wound using a clean towel. Once the bleeding stops and the wound is clean, apply a sterile bandage to the area. Also, elevate the wound above your heart to reduce the risk of swelling and infection. If the cat bite does not stop bleeding after 15 minutes, becomes very painful, or shows signs of infection, or if the cat was a wild or stray animal, you should contact your doctor right away. Other reasons to contact your doctor following a cat bite include the following:
During the examination, your doctor will check the cat bite for any symptoms of infection. They may also clean the wound and arrange for it to be stitched closed. In addition, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection and give you a tetanus shot. You may have some questions for your doctor regarding a cat bite. These could include:
It is possible for a cat bite to become infected. In fact, cat bites are responsible for three-quarters of bites that become infected. An infection could become quite serious and require medical attention. Symptoms of a cat bite infection include:
If a cat bite becomes infected, it will likely do so early on. Of cat bites that do become infected, 70% do so within 24 hours, and nearly 90% do so within 48 hours. However, it is important to continue monitoring your cat bite for several days to see if any symptoms of an infection appear. When treating a cat bite at home, keep the wound clean. Wash the area two or three times per day, and change the bandage often to help prevent infection. Your doctor also may prescribe antibiotics to ward off infection. In addition, they may give you a tetanus shot if you have not had one in the past 5 years. If there is any concern or suspicion that the cat may have rabies, your doctor may recommend having a rabies shot as well. In some cases, a cat bite may damage the nerves in the hand, which could require more in-depth treatment, such as medication or surgery. An infection in a cat bite could be a precursor to more serious developments. There are several cat-related diseases that can spread during a cat bite. These include:
It is not always possible to prevent a cat bite. However, following these steps can help reduce the risk of a cat bite:
Cat bites are quite common, and you can treat many cat bites at home with good hygiene. However, it is important to monitor your cat bite for several days for symptoms of infection. If your cat bite appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away to schedule a physical exam and further treatment. This will help ensure that you follow the correct treatment plan to reduce the risk of complications. Was this helpful?Last Review Date: 2022 Feb 24 THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911. |