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Animal bites

Bites - animals

• 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.

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