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Cat scratch

2025-01-14 07:29:12
A cat near my house has scratched me . Wound was little deep . It's been 5 days . Do I need rabies vaccination for that ?? Although the cat is fine .
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat

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Yes, you should get rabies vaccination even if the cat appears fine. Rabies can transmit through scratches if saliva contacts the wound. Advice: Consult a Doctor Immediately: Start the post-exposure rabies vaccine schedule (if not already). Clean the Wound: Wash with soap and water thoroughly. Monitor the Cat: Observe for 10 days for any abnormal behavior. Timely vaccination is crucial for safety.
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Yes. Please get vaccinated.
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Go to nearest ARV centre.
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Attend ER.

Answered2025-01-14 14:31:41

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Yes you should take Vaccination immediately.For proper guidance kindly Consult.
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Answered2025-01-14 14:17:14

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Yes You need to take.

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Cat is a rabid animal. It must be stray cat. If u keep a watch on cat , keep a watch. As such in such cases i usually advise Arv 0,3, 7, 28 Verorub abhayrab rabipur any brand. U must go for TT one ample INTRAMUSCULAR in deltoid reason till now.

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Yes you should.

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Need proper evaluation with detailed history and investigations. Please consult a physician

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You should visit a physician for proper physical examination and treatment

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Take rabies vaccination asap

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

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Yes you need to take Arv

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