W53: Bitten by rat

Bitten by a rat is a medical condition derived from an interaction with an infected rat that resulted in a wound or injury. This condition is characterized by physical symptoms at the site of the wound, including pain, redness, swelling, and potential discharge. General symptoms such as fever might also occur and are typically indicative of an infection such as Rat-Bite Fever. Rat-Bite Fever is a bacterial illness that can be acquired through a rat bite and can cause severe complications if not treated promptly. It is diagnosed through blood and wound culture tests. The illness often starts with flu-like symptoms and can advance to cause serious damage to the heart, liver, and kidneys. This condition could potentially affect any person who encounters an infected rat, but people with close and frequent contact with rats at home or work are at a higher risk.