What should I do if scratched by a puppy's tooth?

Generally, if scratched or broken the skin by a puppy's tooth, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and take preventive measures such as rinsing with clean water, disinfecting with iodophor, receiving rabies vaccination, tetanus vaccination, and proper wound care to prevent infection. Specific details are as follows:

1. Rinsing with clean water

After being scratched by a puppy's tooth, bleeding may occur. In such cases, gently and thoroughly rinse the wound with clean water. This helps remove surface dirt, bacteria, or saliva from the wound and reduces the risk of infection.

2. Disinfection with iodophor

After rinsing the wound, use antiseptics such as iodophor to disinfect the area. Be sure to apply the iodophor around the wound rather than directly into the wound itself to avoid potential irritation or chemical burns.

3. Rabies vaccination

Rabies is a severe viral infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans through bites or scratches from infected mammals, including dogs. Therefore, if scratched by a puppy’s tooth, it is essential to promptly visit a正规 hospital for rabies vaccination to prevent the development of rabies.

4. Tetanus vaccination

If the wound is deep or contaminated with soil, dust, or other debris, receiving a tetanus vaccine is also an important preventive step. The tetanus vaccine helps protect against infection caused by Clostridium tetani spores commonly found in soil.

5. Proper wound care

After vaccination, patients should pay attention to wound care—keeping the area clean and dry, and avoiding contact with water to prevent wound infection.

In daily life, patients should maintain a light diet, consuming foods such as millet porridge or pumpkin porridge, and avoid spicy or irritating foods that may interfere with wound healing.