Most of the management guidelines for the treatment of bite infections are based on expert opinion. The goals of therapy are to prevent or treat infection, as well as minimize soft tissue damage. In ...
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It is important to be knowledgeable about dog rabies and how dangerous it is. It is also important to know what to do in case of a dog bite, whether on the hand or face or other parts of the body.
The patient’s medical history also needs to be closely evaluated. Those who are immunosuppressed because of prior splenectomy or ongoing steroid therapy are at higher risk for complications.
Management of a dog bite includes treatment centered on local wounds as well as consideration of antimicrobials, tetanus prophylaxis, and rabies prophylaxis. Wound management is as important as use of ...