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Do I Need To Go To Doctor For The Scratches Caused By Street Dogs?

hello. I got scratched by two young doggies while walking this morning.. There are minor scratches on one leg above ankle and have a blue bruise about an inch in diameter on the other leg also above my ankle length sock on the other leg. DO I need to go to a Dr. ? have cleaned with antiseptic. thanks.

batool
Mon, 21 Apr 2014
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Hi, minor scratch on one leg need not be problematic, however other leg with bruise needs to be evaluated by doctor, specially so if blood has come out after the bite, and understandably, its difficult to observe street dog for any symptoms .so please consult ur doctor. Thank u.
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Do I Need To Go To Doctor For The Scratches Caused By Street Dogs?

Hi, minor scratch on one leg need not be problematic, however other leg with bruise needs to be evaluated by doctor, specially so if blood has come out after the bite, and understandably, its difficult to observe street dog for any symptoms .so please consult ur doctor. Thank u.