The topic Cat Bites you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Animal Bites.

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• Animal Bites can result in minor injuries, where the skin remains intact and a minor bruising may be noticed, or a serious injury. Sometimes, the animal teeth can break the skin causing bleeding or deep puncture wounds. When such an injury occurs, the wound may become infected with bacteria or saliva from the animal
• Dogs and cats are the most common animals that cause bite injuries, apart from squirrels, rats, farm animals, and wild animals
• If the Animal Bite does not penetrate the skin, the area surrounding the wound should be cleaned with soap and water. Applying antibiotic ointment and covering the affected area may prevent an infection. If the wound is bleeding, then pressure has to be applied with a clean cloth or sterile gauze to arrest the bleed
• Typically, the prognosis of Animal Bites with timely and proper treatment is good. However, the condition may be prevented by adopting a few simple measures such as avoiding contact with unknown, stray animals and avoiding any attempt to provoke animals (whether pet or stray)

Bites of some animals can cause rabies, a deadly viral infection; although, only a small percentage of individuals who are infected with the rabies virus die each year. A high percentage of the rabies viruses are from wild animals. A majority of pets generally receive the rabies vaccination.

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