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How Serious Could Fever And Swelling Of The Wound After Dog Bite Be?

Good day! Doc, my uncle was bitten by our dog in his foot last June 2, 2012 and today June 4, 2012 he was suffering from fever and the wound of the dog bite is swelling. Does he need to be vaccinated right away? Or should we first observe him? For how many days? Thank you doc. God bless.
Tue, 20 May 2014
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Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
Dates state that your query is an old one.
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However, in general for future unseen events, here is my answer:

Yes, after a bite a person should be vaccinated immedaitely.
If bite is severe, immunoglobulins might be indicated.
In sever bites, there is sometimes, infection of that area leading to cellulitis, that requires proper treatment with antibiotics.

This is my best advise for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.

Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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How Serious Could Fever And Swelling Of The Wound After Dog Bite Be?

Dear Friend. Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern. Dates state that your query is an old one. we are sorry, due to high pressure of free queries, sometimes it takes time to reply. If you wan t immediate replies in such acute problems please post to us in paid sections. However, in general for future unseen events, here is my answer: Yes, after a bite a person should be vaccinated immedaitely. If bite is severe, immunoglobulins might be indicated. In sever bites, there is sometimes, infection of that area leading to cellulitis, that requires proper treatment with antibiotics. This is my best advise for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney, MD