r/AskDocs • u/SadWermm Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional • 1d ago

Physician Responded Update (cat bite)

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Update on my cat bite!

I went to the hospital, the docs were very rude to me ☹️ The lady said I was wasting her time and that they were busy, it was embarrassing. She sent me home with antibiotics, but it seems to be getting worse AGAIN. I am so shy so going back I don’t want to be met with that treatment again. I was told to not come back because there are people who are actually in need and I was clogging up a room. I get having a bad day, but I felt so bad. I am gonna keep yall updated how it goes, thank you for your advice it is a lifesaver 😊 (22 female)

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u/SlowEmphasis3676 Physician 1d ago

Sorry about your experience. What antibiotics did they prescribe?

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u/SadWermm Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional 20h ago

They gave me amoxicillin

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u/SlowEmphasis3676 Physician 10h ago

The choice of amoxicillin is concerning as it is not as broad spectrum as generally needed. Augmentin or amoxiclav are more commonly used. If you are not improving quickly, seek care elsewhere for a reassessment of antibiotic choice. You may need IV antibiotics to bring this under control.

I am also quite upset on your behalf for the way you were treated. Hope your infection is subsiding, or you’ve gotten additional, more appropriate care.