“Direct contact with a rat and a finger cut?”
Male | 30 years old
Complaint duration: 1 day

3 Answers
EmergencyPhysicianEmergencyPhysicianIt is difficult to tell from a picture whether this is a rat bite. More importantly is to wash the site immediately and to monitor for rat-bite fever. You can find the guidelines by looking up RAT-BITE FEVER UNDER THE CDC (center for disease control). Most importantly is to make sure you get rid of any further rats or varmint in your home that could spread further disease to you or your family.
Take care.
It is important to check with a physician if a TETANUS SHOT is recommended, having in mind the circumstances of the incident. If I were in similar situation, I'd take the shot as a precaution.
I do hope you will follow my advice.
Good luck and stay safe!