A couple who failed to seek treatment for their cat who had an abscess on his head have been banned from keeping animals.

The man had brought the cat home and was draining the abscess himself – without gloves and with the wound on his finger ... fleas along for the ride. Flea bites have been a method of transmission.

The teeth of green iguanas are serrated and can cause deep bite wounds. While the bite may be painful, don’t panic or make any sudden movements or loud noises. Most iguanas will release their ...

In general, a number of therapies may be undertaken for all bite wounds. Professional medical care should start with obtaining the history of the injury to include timing, and details about the ...

If a dog bite pierces the skin, bacteria can get into the body, which can cause an infection. This can cause symptoms, such as pain, swelling, and drainage from the wound. Washing the wound ...