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What do I do if I get bitten by a human?

What do I do if I get bitten by a human?

Published 19 Sept 20181 min 18 sec watch

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By Dr Sarah Jarvis

Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE

There are many germs (bacteria) in human mouths. Cleaning will reduce the chance of infection. If the wound is small, you can clean it yourself, using ordinary tap water. Wounds that are large, deep, or dirty are best cleaned by a nurse or doctor.

For more information, go to https://patient.info/health/human-bites

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