Health Tip: Treating a Dog Bite

(HealthDay News) — Whether you are bitten by your dog or an unknown one, you must treat the wound without delay.

Immediate treatment reduces your risk of infection, says Cleveland Clinic.

To treat a dog bite, the clinic suggests:

1. Press on the wound gently to flush out bacteria.

2. Wash the wound with soap and water.

3. Slow bleeding with a clean cloth.

4. Apply an over-the-counter antibiotic cream.

5. Wrap the wound in a sterile bandage, and change it at least daily.

6. Watch for signs of infection.

7. See a doctor.

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