It really hurts to open and close my fingers (make a fist, basically). The bite only bled a little but there isn't any visible bruising, nor is the wound red or swollen.
2007-07-01 08:05:22 · 4 answers · asked by Diff 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
could be a couple of things.
1 infection that hasn't manifested to the surface
2 injured tendons and other things without breaking capillaries.
just kepp an eye on it for swelling, and/or reddness.. if the pain does not subside in a couple days see a doctor.
hope this helps...
2007-07-01 08:12:55 · answer #1 · answered by jaems 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The tendons, muscles and ligaments of the hand are really tender. When they are injured they can be quite sore for some time. I would ice it, 15 min on then 15 min off (this is important to help deeper tissues get that cold compress) If it persists you can see a doctor. But if there isnt any bruising since yesterday I dont think the vein is bruised. More important, have you had a tetnus shot?? Dogs mouths are dirty.
2007-07-01 08:12:05 · answer #2 · answered by NazMarie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash with warm soapy water. use antibiotic ointment.
The pain is very likely from injury of the soft tissue. It will lessen. you can use a cool compress to decrease the pain and swelling. If not better in a few days,call MD.
2007-07-01 08:18:53 · answer #3 · answered by sasha1641 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the bite probably hurt one of the many tendons in your hand. Use some advil for the discomfort, and if it doesnt' pass in two or three days, best have a doctor examine for damage.
Is your tetanus shot up to date?
2007-07-01 08:09:46 · answer #4 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋