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Lake Regional shares advice on treating animal bites
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Each year, millions of Americans are bitten by animals, some resulting in a trip to the emergency room. Lake Regional Emergency Department is raising awareness on how to respond if you or someone you know experiences an animal bite.
“If you are bitten by an animal, there are first-aid steps you should take to reduce harm,” said Lake Regional Emergency Department Nurse Lacey Schmidt, BSN, R.N. “There are also specific steps to handle the situation if rabies is a concern.”
Mammal Bites
If the animal bite is minor and only breaks the skin, then basic first aid at home will likely be sufficient. Wash the wound with soap and water, apply an antibiotic cream, and cover the wound with a clean bandage.