Scratched by Your Pet Cat? Here’s What You Should Do

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Immediate care, infection signs, and when to seek medical advice

Wash the Scratch Immediately

Control Any Bleeding

Cover It With a Clean Dressing

Examine Where the Claw Landed

Watch for Ordinary Wound Infection

Know the Signs of Cat-Scratch Disease

Check for Swollen Lymph Nodes

Take Extra Care With a Weakened Immune System

Check Your Tetanus Protection

Consider Rabies Only in Relevant Circumstances

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A cat scratch can look too minor to deserve attention, particularly when it comes from a familiar, healthy pet. However, the condition of the skin and what happens afterwards matter more than the scratch’s dramatic appearance.

Most incidents heal without complications, but sensible early care reduces avoidable risk. The following steps explain what to do immediately, what changes to monitor and when professional advice becomes important.

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