What to do if bitten by a dog and bleeds

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

What to do if bitten by a dog and bleeds

After being bitten by a dog and bleeding, you should promptly clean the wound with clean water and squeeze out the blood. It is best to rinse for more than ten minutes, and then apply disinfectant such as iodophor. It is best if you are bitten by a wild dog or stray dog. Go to the hospital to get the rabies vaccine. If you are bitten by a dog at home, you will generally not be infected with rabies virus. However, for insurance, it is best to go to the hospital to get the vaccine.