Question 1

How do Doctors Treat a Dog Bite?

Accepted Answer

If a bite has broken the skin, there is the possibility of an infection or injury to the bite area, and a trip to the doctor’s office is strongly advised. The medical staff will examine the injury and stop any bleeding that is present. They will thoroughly clean the site of the bite and apply an antibiotic ointment and cover the wound to protect it.
They will want to know some information on the dog itself, such as if it is up to date on its vaccinations and if it showed any signs of rabies.
Often a doctor will give a tetanus shot if it has been a while since the last time one was administered. If there is any worry about rabies, the victim will most likely be transferred to a hospital for observation and the animal will be located if possible for testing. It is important to get a series of rabies shots if there is even a small possibility of the animal having the rabies virus, as it is usually fatal without treatment.

Question 2

How Does a Dog Bite Impact a Victim’s Life?

Accepted Answer

A victim of a dog attack may have both physical and emotional symptoms that can last a lifetime. Luckily, most dog bites are relatively minor physically and can be treated easily. A more severe bite or attack can lead to stitches, surgery, or long-term treatment. A very severe bite can impact the victim for the rest of their life and cause permanent damage, amputation, or even death.
It is also important to note the psychological impact of a dog bite. Often there is a lot of trauma for the victim and trauma doesn’t always just “go away.”
Some people suffer a lifetime of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), where they are unable to be near the type of animal that hurt them. Many people become afraid of dogs in general after they have been hurt and are never able to be comfortable around them.
Children are especially vulnerable to emotional damage from a traumatic experience like a dog attack. There have been many cases of nightmares, bed-wetting, withdrawal, fear, and even irrational thinking, to name a few.
Because of the emotional trauma from an emotional experience, the doctoring process may need to be treated long after the physical wounds have healed. A professional therapist may be imperative to the healing process of the victim.

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