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What Is The Treatment For Sore Lump Due To A Dog Bite?

Hi, my two dogs got into a fight today and in the midst of separating them both I got scratched or a tooth has broken the skin on my thigh over my tattoo. No blood was drawn, although there s quite a large sore lump. I can t see any redness or anything like that because the colour of the tattoo covers it. What could this be? If the lump has not gone by tomorrow should I see the local doctor or wait a few more days to see if the swelling has gone down?
Mon, 23 Jun 2014
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Dear Friend.
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Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.
This can be cellulitis or local inflammatory swelling.
Discuss with your doctor about receiving rabies vaccine.
Also, you should get a TT injection.
I would also recommend you to send me photograph of the area where swelling is there so that i can give you an idea that what it can be and what are the treatment options.

This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD
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What Is The Treatment For Sore Lump Due To A Dog Bite?

Dear Friend. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern. This can be cellulitis or local inflammatory swelling. Discuss with your doctor about receiving rabies vaccine. Also, you should get a TT injection. I would also recommend you to send me photograph of the area where swelling is there so that i can give you an idea that what it can be and what are the treatment options. This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD