Human and animal bites may lead to serious infection. The organisms involved tend to originate from the oral cavity of the offending biter, as well as the environment where the injury occurred.

Pasteurellosis: The most common bite-associated infection is caused by a bacterium called Pasteurella . Most cats and dogs-even healthy ones-naturally carry this organism in their mouths. When an ...

Dog bites commonly transmit bacteria and have a high risk of infection. Any bite that breaks ... dog and it continues to be a threat, contact animal control or the police. Follow these steps ...

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If it the animal has received the rabies vaccine ... place in 24–48 h (sooner if there are signs of infection). Also, if indicated, the bite should be reported to local health or law enforcement ...