sorry to hear this. sometimes our furry friends get a little too rambunctious! i'd suggest you have this checked out especially if you're running a fever. the main concern is infection. that swelling especially if it's angry and red is a potential indicator of infection. the other concern of course is whether or not the cat was properly vaccinated against rabies and the like. if you were bitten by a feral cat you definitely need to get this looked at. rabies is on the decline among domesticated animals but it could happen. or the cat could have been carrying another illness it has now passed along to you. either way it's not good to take chances with an animal bite. i wouldn't recommend you wait for an appointment. i'd suggest you head for an urgent care facility or even the emergency room. take care and heal quickly!
puncture wound 5 days old from cat bite -between thumb and palm on palm-side of hand -swelling from site to wrist-. might have hit tendon and the underside of my wrist is swollen and sore