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Animal bites

Alternative Names:
Bites - animals

Symptoms:
Possible symptoms include:
  • Skin break with or without bleeding
  • Puncture-type wound
  • Major cuts
  • Crushing injuries
  • Bruising

In addition, certain diseases can also be transmitted through bites. The symptoms of these may include flu-like symptoms, headache, and fever.



Review Date: 8/19/2003
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. editorial. Previously reviewed by Kevin G. Wheeler, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (2/5/2003).

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