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Animalor Human Bite

	Call 911 NOW (you may need an ambulance) IF: Major bleeding that can't be stopped FIRST AID: Apply direct pressure to the entire wound with a clean cloth
	Call Your Doctor NOW (night or day) IF: You think you have a serious injury Bleeding doesn't stop after 10 minutes of direct pressure (continue pressure until seen by a physician) Any contact with an animal that may carry rabies Any cut or injury caused by a wild animal Any cut or injury caused by pet animal (e.g., dog or cat). EXCEPTION: Superficial scratches that don't go through the skin or tiny puncture wound Puncture wound (holes through skin) caused by a cat (teeth or claws) Bite looks infected (redness, swelling, warmth, tender to touch, or red streaks) FIRST AID: Wash all bite wounds and scratches with soap and warm water Action: If you are unable to reach your doctor - go to a nearby Instacare clinic or to a local hospital Emergency Department. Use our Facility Search, to find the Instacare clinic nearest you.
	Call Your Doctor WITHIN 24 HOURS (between 9 am and 4 pm) IF: You think you need to be seen Your last tetanus shot was more than 5 years ago Bat contact or exposure with or without a bite mark
	Self Care at Home IF: Pet Animal Bite: Tiny puncture wound or superficial scratches EXCEPTION: Cat puncture wound Human Bite: Bite that didn't break the skin (bruise)