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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Weakness While Treating Rat Bite
Last month i was bitten by a rat on my left hand after trying to feed my snake. It caused a bacterial infection and i was put on antibiotics. I did not finish all my antibiotics and now I m having pain and weakness in where i was bit, my left elbow, and left knee. Should i be concerned?
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Yes its a matter of concern for sure. It may be the superimposed infection. You may consult your physician for prescription of Augmentin 1 gram twice daily for 10days. Ibuprofen800mg 3times a day for 10days. Its all due to the infection that you feel pain and all that.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Weakness While Treating Rat Bite
I warmly Welcome you! Thanks for consulting me at virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns. Yes its a matter of concern for sure. It may be the superimposed infection. You may consult your physician for prescription of Augmentin 1 gram twice daily for 10days. Ibuprofen800mg 3times a day for 10days. Its all due to the infection that you feel pain and all that. If you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues, feel free to ask me a question directly from my profile. You can also attach Lab reports and pictures with direct question. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don t forget to give your valuable feedback and five star rating, to help me assist you in a better way. Click at I Find This Answer Helpful too . Please, write a review about your experience with me. Regards! DR. HANIF PHILADELPHIA, USA