Dad was bitten by a small dog, no broken skin but a little swollen, what should I do?

Patient's question:

Dad was bitten by a small dog, and it bit through his socks. It didn't break the skin, it didn't break the skin, it just swelled a bit. Will there be any problems?

Doctor's answer:

According to your description, your father was bitten by a small dog. Although there were no cuts or scrapes, he swelled up. You can first wash it with soap water, and then use iodine to sterilize it. It is recommended that you go to the hospital's planned immunization department for a follow-up visit and get the rabies vaccine based on the specific situation. I hope my explanation helps you. Pay close attention and observe carefully in daily life. It's best to stay as far away from pets as possible. It's even better to avoid contact altogether. This is the advice for the question "father was bitten by a small dog." I hope this helps. Wishing you good health!

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