If you do get bitten, follow the advice of the American College of Emergency Physicians:

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• If the bite breaks the skin, treat it as you would a minor wound. Wash the area well with soap and water. Apply an antibiotic cream and cover it with a clean bandage.
• If you haven't had a tetanus shot in the last 10 years, you should get one, preferably within 48 hours.
• If the bite creates a deep puncture, or if the skin is badly torn and bleeding, apply pressure and get immediate medical attention.
• If you have a fever or you see signs of infection (swelling, redness, pain, bad smell or fluid draining from the area), see a doctor right away.
• If you get bitten by an animal that is acting strangely - a classic sign of rabies - see a doctor immediately. – (HealthScout News)

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