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How Can A Dog Bite Wound Be Treated?

Good afternoon. Last week I was attacked by a 110 lb Great Pyrenees, treated at ER and seeing an orthopedic surgeon who is treating my right arm and wrist injuries well. However the dog clamped down well on my rear end (I know it sounds funny). It is very bruised but my main concern in the fluid built up within the 10inch circular bite. anything I can do to help that to go away quicker. I weight 120, am 53 yrs old, and love to run. Ready to get back to normal.
Fri, 17 Aug 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

You may developed local Infection or local induration due to inflammation.
You may continue antibiotics and local application of ointments.
Do regular dressing, take multivitamin and vitamin C tablet for fast healing. If edema progressing, associated with discharge or fever you may consult your doctor immediately he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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How Can A Dog Bite Wound Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You may developed local Infection or local induration due to inflammation. You may continue antibiotics and local application of ointments. Do regular dressing, take multivitamin and vitamin C tablet for fast healing. If edema progressing, associated with discharge or fever you may consult your doctor immediately he will examine and treat you accordingly. I think I answered to your question if you have more questions feel free to ask. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.