The bite breaks the skin – Even a small puncture can lead to infection. The bleeding won’t stop – If you’ve been applying pressure and the bleeding continues after 15 minutes, it’s time ...

If the bite is near your mouth or face, chewing can be difficult. Avoid hard foods to prevent further injury. Avoid milk, ...

According to the medical reports, Pasteurella multocida, a bacterium found in dogs' mouths, was the result of an accidental ...

Pasteurella multocida is the most common and most virulent organism responsible for infected dog-bite wounds. 4 Infection caused by P. multocida will usually show signs and symptoms within 24 hours.

Patients who become infected with C. canimorsus usually get it through the bite of a dog or cat, or if dog or cat saliva enters an open wound or sore on the person's body.However, most dog or cat ...

Following a vicious dog complaint hearing Monday, the Select Board entered a closed deliberative session and could issue a ...

Patients with infected wounds require antibiotics for a total of 10-14 days. Patients may also need hospitalization for infected dog bites. 2 Clinicians must also consider tetanus and rabies ...