What is the treatment for cat bite?
Patient: hi, i was trying to rescue my cat from a large dog yesterday when the cat bit me on the hand, very deep, in several places.  hurt like hell.  i called my dr who said my tetanus was up to date & put me on antibiotics.  it is now 40 hours later, and my hand is still swollen to 3 x its normal size & very painful.  do i need to go to the hospital? Doctor: Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.You should get your tetanus shot done.In some cases tetanus can occur in cat bite so if you are vaccinated you will be protected from the rabies.All other current strategy for management is good.Please take appropriate antibiotic timely. Tetanus shot will prevent you from the tetanus.Good wound care in term of good hygiene and dressing can be help ful to cure it early. You can apply polysporin ointment and betadine at the time of dressing.You can also add serratopeptidase to the drug regimen you are taking. This will help enhance the healing.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM.