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Cat scarch 3.5 years ago ?

2026-10-17 12:29:30
A cat scratched me on 9 February 2023, but I don't remember all the details now. Should I get a rabies vaccine at this point, or is it too late? I've been watching videos about rabies, and I'm scared because I've heard that the virus can remain dormant in the body for years. I'm very anxious and confused. What should I do? And i never had vaccine for rabies in my life ! ( genuine advice please )
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If the cat remained healthy throughout this period, rabies from that incident is extremely unlikely

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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