A<unk>  is a wound received from the mouth (and in particular, the teeth) of an animal or person. Most animal<unk> s are from dogs or cats, and the pathogens in the wound are composed by the normal oral flora of the biting animal and human skin flora.
Animals may<unk>  in self-defense, in an attempt to predate food, as well as part of normal interactions. Other<unk>  attacks may be apparently unprovoked, especially in the case of<unk> s committed by psychologically or emotionally disturbed humans. Some disorders such as Lesch-Nyhan syndrome may cause people to<unk>  themselves.<unk>  wounds can be very complex and it is important to address the following aspects:
Generalized tissue damage due to tearing and scratching.
Serious hemorrhage if major blood vessels are pierced.
Infection by bacteria or other pathogens, including rabies.
Introduction of venom into the wound by venomous animals such as some snakes.
Introduction of other irritants into the wound, causing inflammation and itching.
Bite
Chromate
Phorate
Sulfate
Acyl
Carbide
Cobalt
Wart