A Dog Bite- 4722 Questions Answered

After two years ago dog bite me Now what i can do give me suggestions I take tetanus injection before 1 year ago from dog bite

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Dr. Neetu Singh Homoeopath | Varanasi

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there is prolong time passed. u take homeopathic medicine if u r suffering from any symptoms. ... Read More

A dog bite me...in the morning ..i bleed a little ...what to do now? That was a street dog

Asked for Male, 50 Years 1792 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO FIRST THING WASH THE WOUND PROPERLYWITH LIFEBUOY AND WATER. INJECTION T.T0.5ml IM ONE, AMPLE STATE. VACCINATION ANTI RABIES ALL DOSES WITH IMMUNOGLOBULIN AS IT WAS A STRAY DOG. O.K BYE. ... Read More

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Please give me suggestions Two years ago dog bite me on my arm Dog was not rabid When i can't take any treatment Now what to do

Asked for Male, 17 Years 649 Views v

Dr. Rajesh Jain Consultant Physician | Jalgaon

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Please You can take antirabies vaccination at any stage of life irrespective of dog bite Take complete course of Inj rabipur at nearby general physician You will be safe ... Read More

Please give me suggestions please Two years ago dog bite me and dog was not vaccinations When me can't take any injection Please give suggestions Now what to do

Asked for Male, 17 Years 517 Views v

Dr. Nita Roy Choudhury Homoeopath | Bardhaman

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You first go to hospital and take vaccine for dog bite, complete the course, ... Read More

I had a dog bite it's been 15 days and the dog is having cancer does what step should I need to take

Asked for Male, 26 Years 750 Views v

Dr. Soumya Dey General Physician | Howrah

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I am an expert in this field and I am able to help you.. Too busy right now, whatsapp on (zero seven two seven eight seven four three one zero two) any time, i will guide you, Take care ... Read More

What do to if a dog bite me again before the 4 does of rabies injection....

Asked for Male, 23 Years 662 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO, TAKE COMPLETE DOSE OF RABIES VACCINE N IMMUNOGLOBILIN. DON'T WORRY YOU R UNDER TREATMENT. OK. ... Read More

My dog was bite in my finger I know about the vaccination against dog bite I take 3 injections against it

Asked for Female, 25 Years 616 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO, YOUR DOG MUST BE VACCINATED, THAN THREE DOSE IS O.K. YOU CAN WATCH YOUR PET FOR FIFTEEN DAYS IF EVERY THING IS ALL RIGHT WITH HIM. IF ANYTHING CHANGES YOU NOTICED OR DIE YOU HAVE TO TAKE FU ... Read More

Home dog have bited, i need to know should he have injunction for that. same dog have bited him 3 years back and had a injunction for that... again now he got bited from same dog

Asked for Male, 28 Years 540 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

HELLO, YOU HAVE TO TAKE AGAIN ANTIRABIS FOR THIS FIVE DOSES 0,3,7,14,28.THE VACCINE SHOULD BE TAKEN SUBCUTANEOUSLY IN DELTOID REGION. INJ TT ONE AMPLE IM STATE. NO FOOD BAR. O.K, ... Read More

Hi doctors I got dog bite today ..wound is there ...what should i do? please help,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Asked for Male, 28 Years 333 Views v

Dr. Krishnapriya K R Ayurveda | Bangalore

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Ok which dog? Your pet? If it is properly vaccinated no need of worrying... you consult in near by phc and start vaccination... before that clean the wound properly with water and soap ... Read More

Dog bites me on 13 jan 2018 and dog is still alive. Is thier is a risk of rabies for me

Asked for Male, 16 Years 427 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO, AS SUCH NO. BUT IT WAS SAFE TO TAKE VACCINE OK. ... Read More

My female dog of age 13 have blood clotting from 1 month is it a serious issue did we have to see the vet

Asked for Female, 24 Years 21 Views v

Dr. Lovish Gupta Veterinarian for Small Animals | Gurgaon

Yes u should consult a vet ... Read More

I took 5 doses of rabies vaccination in Jan, and recently I took two doses of vaccination in 15th September 2025. Now I have been bitten by a stray dog today 20th November 2025,little bit of bleeding. Do i again need to take two booster doses?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Kavya Manchanda General Physician | Delhi

No need ... Read More

My son of 2 years was playing outside with me and he was throwing mud on dog and I just turned to pick something then I suddenly heard the crying voice of my son . I check his whole body there is no sign of bite or scratch. But he has skin allergies because of that he has many marks on body due to itching. Now I am confused What should I do Should

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Asked for Male, 2 Years 23 Views v

Dr. G Avinash Neonatologist | Hyderabad

I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact nu ... Read More

Hello Doctor If a rabid dog licks the phone and saliva will be on phone for 15 minutes and after that we will use that phone and touch our mucous membranes. Risk ?? Please reply doctor.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Jashan Mittal Pediatrician | Bathinda

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Mam Rabies virus doesn't survive in nonliving objects like ur phone screen...so don't worry at all..u r safe...just wipe off ur screen. For more information u can consult me directly Dr Jashan MD Pedi ... Read More

Hello Doctor If a rabid dog licks the phone and saliva will be on phone for 15 minutes and after that we will use that phone and touch our mucous membranes. Risk ?? Please reply doctor.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Suddenly while passing one dog in platform touch his mouth in my hand and I worried I went immediately to take water bottle and washed my hand...but I didn't get soap ,so should I worry about rabbies,should I take injection?

Asked for Male, 33 Years 30 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

Hello Doctor, If dog saliva directly touch in eye ... how can someone get RIG? Or only arv vaccine is enough?

Asked for Male, 35 Years 126 Views v

Dr. Kumari Akanksha General Physician | Visakhapatnam

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If dog saliva directly touches eye or eye is infected with saliva then rig should be given as eye drop after diltution after consultation with a doctor and arv should be given.but before everything pr ... Read More

I have completed my anti rabies vaccine course on 17.10.2025.It was 5 dose(0,3,7,14,28 days ).Today a dog scratch me little.What should I do??

Asked for Male, 33 Years 123 Views v

Dr. Kavya Manchanda General Physician | Delhi

No need for vaccination ... Read More

I have completed my full anti rabies vaccine course on 17.10.2025.Today a dog scratch me.what should I do now??

Asked for Male, 33 Years 132 Views v

Dr. Naveenkumar S General Practitioner | Namakkal

No need for revaccination . The immunity from vaccine will lasts for 3 months from last booster. Only immunocomproised people need repeat doses. Just give proper wound care like cleaning the wound a ... Read More

In July 2023, I was vaccinated with ARV on 0,3,7,28 days due to dog scratch and in September 2023 I was again vaccinated with ARV only for two days due cat nail scratch and in September 2023 . Now, I had a minor incident with a dog yesterday - there was no bite, no bleeding, and no visible scratch. I only lightly bumped into the dog, and later felt

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 142 Views v

Dr. Suprateek General Physician | Mysore

If there's no visible wound there's no need for vaccination, itching could be due to contact with an irritant, I would prescribe the tab. Cetrizine for 3 days once at night. If you suspect a wound and ... Read More

“In the last 3 years, I have received the rabies vaccine twice. The second time was about 6 months after the first, and since I had already been vaccinated, the doctor gave me only 2 booster doses instead of the full 4-dose course. Now, I had a minor incident with a dog — there was no bite, no bleeding, and no visible scratch. I only li

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 101 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

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Need few more details Kindly consult ... Read More

I had a very small dog bite above my phant, I have take my first vaccine whether I have to take further vaccines as well. The photo of vaccine taken and dog bite is provided below. The medical shop guy has said one vaccine is enough but doctor suggested 3 what to do in this case?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Anmol Kudal General Physician | Nashik

Hello there is total 5 doses of vaccine if taken intramuscularly . It's given on day 0, day 3 , day 7, day 14 , day 28 ... Read More

I RECEIVED THE FULL COURSE OF RABIES VACCINE (4 DOSES) INCLUDING ERIG ON 01/12/2024 (LAST VACCINE DATE). But yesterday a street dog scratched me (minor scratch no bleeding but pus and pain) A little bit confused is it from the dog scratch?? (picture attached) I went to govt hospital and they recommended 2 booster doses on day 0 and day 3. (Picture

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Asked for Male, 31 Years 80 Views v

Dr. Lovish Gupta Veterinarian for Small Animals | Gurgaon

2 dose is enough ... Read More

I RECEIVED THE FULL COURSE OF RABIES VACCINE (4 DOSES) INCLUDING ERIG ON 01/12/2024 (LAST VACCINE DATE). But yesterday a street dog scratched me (minor scratch no bleeding but pus and pain) A little bit confused is it from the dog scratch?? (picture attached) I went to govt hospital and they recommended 2 booster doses on day 0 and day 3. (Picture

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Asked for Male, 31 Years 91 Views v

Dr. Siyara Merin Saji General Practitioner | Ernakulam

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Okk booster is enough dear.. You are protected.. Anu pus or infection present you have to take antibiotics If any doubt pls connect through practo app Wtsp nine zero seven two two zero seven zero nine ... Read More

Hello all, Recently a stray dog bit me, there was very little bleeding, so my question is do i again need to take a booster dose since I have taken full course of 5 doses this year , Starting from 10th Of April to 8th of May. And last month September I took two booster days , so it's been 15 days since I have taken two boosters so do i again need t

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 82 Views v

Dr. Dibyanshu Prasad General Physician | North 24 Parganas

Generally a fully vaccinated person needs 2 booster doses (Day 0 and 3) after 6 months from previous doses (Anti rabies vacc along with Rabies Immunoglobulin). In your case, you have taken 2 booster ... Read More

Hi doctor .. My 2 year old baby bite me ...it harmfull ...I have a small bite mark ...what I should for it ..

Asked for Female, 30 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Kavya Manchanda General Physician | Delhi

You have nothing to worry about Just clean wound with running water and apply antiseptic Avoid coming in contact with soil and animals for some time to avoid infection ... Read More

My pet dog bitten me on my face exactly to say is side chin. I have taken all the necessary vaccination. I have also tried keloid injection and pressure therapy but the scare didn't fade away. Please suggest me doctors To avoid the scare.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Aakansha Vashistha Plastic Surgeon | Jaipur

1/1 people found this helpful

It would be better if we could see the previous pictures at the time of bite . Will need to examine to assess. ... Read More

My dog chased and bit a rat. The rat isn’t fully dead—it’s still alive. I’m really worried about my dog. Is she safe? Please helppp🙏🙏🙏🙏

Asked for Female, 20 Years 50 Views v

Dr. M. Madeena Begum Veterinary Surgeon | Chennai

Rats can carry so may pathogens in them and they are the main reason for secondary rat kill poisoning. Get your dog checked to make sure he is completely fine. ... Read More

Had touched a street dog's forehead , there didn't seem any saliva on it , after that I didn't wash hands and directly ate food , i have a very tiny wound on tongue , the dog seemed fine on that day , it was excited to meet me , should I take vaccination for this case ? I am confused

Asked for Male, 18 Years 161 Views v

Dr. Aishwarya Rai General Physician | Bhopal

No intervention needed. ... Read More

Yesterday a dog licked my friends mouth. My friend has no cuts or wounds in his mouth. My question is if dog licks a mucous membrane but the mucous membrane is healthy and intact and there are no cuts and open wounds, then, can it cause rabies?

Asked for Male, 28 Years 143 Views v

Dr. Chetan B Desai General Physician | Bangalore

You can consult me directly on Practo, or reach out via WhatsApp: Eight Seven Six Two Seven Four Nine Nine Seven Four I’ll guide you step-by-step with easy-to-follow treatment plans. Early consu ... Read More

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