In recent years, with the improvement of people's living standards, more and more people choose to have pets, among which cats have become the first choice for many people. However, while enjoying the companionship and fun that cats bring, we also have to face a realistic question: do we need injections after being scratched by cats?
Especially in the case of a slight skin break, many people may be hesitant. So, do you need an injection if you are scratched by a cat and slightly break your skin?
First of all, we need to understand the hazards that can be caused by cat scratches. Cats' paws can carry bacteria and viruses that can lead to infections if scratched**. Especially for people with low immunity, such as children, the elderly, pregnant women, etc., the risk of infection is higher.
In the case of minor skin breaks, in general, if the wound is shallow, the bleeding is not much, and the cat has been vaccinated and dewormed regularly, the risk of infection is relatively low. However, to be on the safe side, it is advisable to wash and disinfect the wound in a timely manner and to receive rabies vaccination within 24 hours.
The rabies vaccine is a vaccine to prevent rabies and can reduce the risk of contracting rabies. Vaccinations need to be carried out in formal medical institutions to ensure the quality of the vaccines.
In addition to rabies vaccination, there are a few things to keep in mind:
1.Wash the wound in a timely manner:Wash the wound and its surroundings with soapy water for no less than 15 minutes.
2.Disinfect wounds:After cleaning the wound, disinfect the wound with iodophor or alcohol.
3.Observe the cat's health:If the cat has abnormal symptoms, such as loss of appetite, listlessness, etc., it should seek medical attention in time.
4.Avoid contact with stray cats:Minimize contact with stray cats to reduce the risk of infection.
In conclusion, although the risk of infection is relatively low after being scratched by a cat, it is recommended to wash the wound, disinfect it and vaccinate against rabies in time for safety reasons. At the same time, pay attention to the health of the cat and avoid contact with stray cats.