First aid for dog bites

When your child is bitten by a dog, the first reaction of parents is often to panic. However, the more you panic, the more danger your child will be in and the worse the situation will be. What should you do in this situation?

If your child is bitten by a dog, the first thing you need to do before panicking is to take him or her to the nearest hospital or medical facility. Dog bites are extremely dangerous, especially from stray dogs. Also, do not underestimate the risk of a dog bite if it is a domestic dog because they still carry a number of diseases and pathogens in their mouths.

Treating the wound with the first aid tips below will also help. You need to make sure your child stays calm and composed as the situation can get out of control and seriously affect the child's health.

Here are some ways to treat dog bite wounds.

Cleaning: The first important thing is to clean the dog bite wound. You need to wash the wound under running water to remove all germs. Use cotton and water to clean the wound. Wash gently, do not rub hard.

Disinfectant: To clean a dog bite, you can use antiseptics such as alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. These will kill harmful bacteria to a certain extent. Only apply a small amount to the bite. Blow gently on the wound while applying the medicine because it will sting.

Elevate the injured area: If you are bitten on the leg or arm, you should elevate the injured area. This is important because dog bites can cause a lot of bleeding and this will help stop the bleeding.

Stop the bleeding: You can elevate the injured area or cover the wound with a clean bandage to stop the bleeding. If there is a lot of bleeding, take the patient to the doctor immediately for treatment.

Vaccinations: If you are bitten by a dog, you will need to get a tetanus and rabies vaccination. This is mandatory whether you are bitten by a domestic dog or a stray. Dog bites should be treated within 48 hours at a medical facility.

According to Dan Tri -PC