What is the reason for redness and swelling caused by dog bites?
Recently, the topic of pet dog bites and their subsequent treatment has sparked widespread discussion on social media. Many netizens shared their experiences after being bitten by dogs, especially the redness and swelling of the wounds, which was worrying. This article will analyze in detail the causes, treatment methods and preventive measures of redness and swelling caused by dog bites, and attaches data on hot topics across the Internet for reference.
1. Common causes of redness and swelling in dog bites
Redness and swelling after a dog bite are usually caused by the following reasons:
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| bacterial infection | The dog's mouth contains a variety of bacteria (such as Pasteurella), which can easily cause wound infections. |
| allergic reaction | allergic reaction to proteins in dog saliva |
| traumatic inflammation | A normal inflammatory response caused by damage to subcutaneous tissue caused by a bite |
| Rabies risk | If the dog has not been vaccinated, you need to be wary of rabies virus (the incidence rate is low but the fatality rate is high) |
2. The popularity of related topics on the entire network in the past 10 days
| Platform | Topic keywords | amount of discussion | Popular time |
|---|---|---|---|
| #How to deal with being bitten by a dog# | 128,000 | 2023-11-05 | |
| Douyin | "First aid for red and swollen dog bite wounds" | 52,000 | 2023-11-08 |
| Zhihu | "Do I need a rabies vaccine after a dog bites?" | 3400+ answers | 2023-11-03 |
3. Correct processing steps (within 24 hours)
1.Rinse immediately: Wash the wound with soap and water alternately for at least 15 minutes
2.Disinfection: Use iodophor or 75% alcohol to disinfect the wound
3.open wound: Avoid bandaging and keep wounds exposed (except penetrating bites)
4.Medical evaluation: Depending on the depth of the wound, determine whether:
| • Tetanus vaccine | • Rabies vaccine (5 shots in total) |
| • Immunoglobulin injection | • Antibiotic treatment |
4. When do you need emergency medical treatment?
You should seek medical attention immediately if:
• Wound depth exceeds 1 cm
• The area of redness and swelling continues to expand (3cm beyond the bite area)
• Presence of fever or purulent discharge
• Bitten by a stray/unvaccinated dog
5. Preventive measures
| object | prevention methods |
|---|---|
| dog owners | • Get regular vaccinations • Conduct behavioral training • Wear a muzzle when going out |
| general population | • Avoid looking into the eyes of strange dogs • Don’t reach out suddenly • Remain still when attacked |
6. Analysis of controversial hot spots
A recent incident involving a famous internet blogger who "failed to seek medical treatment after being bitten by a pet dog" caused controversy:
•Supporters' point of view: Vaccinated dogs at home are at low risk and can be observed by themselves
•Opposition point of view: Any dog bite requires professional evaluation to avoid complications
Medical experts recommend that even if you are slightly bitten, you should take photos to record the changes in the wound and observe it closely within 72 hours.
7. Data Statistics (January-October 2023)
| area | Number of dog bite reports | Proportion of children |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 3267 cases | 41% |
| Shanghai | 2895 cases | 38% |
| Chengdu City | 4123 cases | 53% |
Warm reminder: After being bitten, it is recommended to save the dog’s characteristic information to facilitate subsequent rabies risk assessment. If the redness and swelling do not subside within 3 days or a throbbing pain occurs, be sure to check again.
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