Which of the following is NOT listed as a clinical sign of a cat bite?

• A. Hair loss
• B. Small wound in affected area
• C. Swelling
• D. Redness

Answer: (A)

When a cat bite occurs, the typical local reaction is inflammation at the site: you often see a small wound or puncture, swelling, and redness as the area becomes inflamed and possibly starts to infection. Hair loss around the bite isn’t a standard sign of a bite itself; it isn’t something described as part of the usual clinical signs you’d look for after a bite. So the best choice is hair loss because it doesn’t fit the common pattern of bite-related signs. If the area becomes increasingly red, swollen, warm, or starts to drain, these are the signs that warrant veterinary attention.