Owning a household pet is joy that many individuals and families currently experience. Cats are common domesticated animals that people tend to bring into their homes as a family pet. They can reside either inside or outside the home, and are generally relatively small and low-maintenance animals. While people may derive a lot of pleasure from providing shelter and care for cats, they also put themselves at risk of injury from cat scratches and bites.
Treatment of Cat Scratches
Whenever an individual suffers a cat scratch, they must take proper care of the injury in order to prevent infection from arising. The first step to take is to stop any bleeding that may have occurred as a result of the scratch. Once that has been controlled, clean it with soap and water before bandaging it up. It is also a good idea to apply anti-bacterial ointment to the affected area in order to further eradicate the chance of infection.
If you begin to experience symptoms of infection after the injury occurred, consult a doctor immediately. Cat scratches open up the possibility for tetanus, rabies, cat scratch disease (also known as cat scratch fever), or other infections to enter and affect the body. All of these may be fatal if they are left untreated, so it is of vital importance that medical attention is sought if there is any possibility of infection.
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If you or someone you know has suffered a serious injury as a result of a cat scratch, the Minneapolis personal injury lawyers of Terry, Slane, & Ruohonen, P.L.L.C. can help you. Please contact their law offices today at 612-362-0000 to set up an appointment.
