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An animal bite can result in a break in the skin, a bruise, or a puncture wound.If the bite is a puncture wound, it has a greater chance of becoming infected.Rabies is a rare but potentially deadly disease spread throug...

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Certain diseases can also be spread through bites from various animals. These diseases may cause flu-like symptoms, h...

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Pets are the most common cause of bites, with dog bites occurring most often. Cat bites may have a higher chance of ...

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