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Cat scratch

2020-11-15 07:51:38
I got scratched by a stray cat in my left hand. Its very superficial like abrasion like dots. I washed and cleaned the wound and applied antiseptic . Took a tt shot. Got 0 dose of arv today. Now my doubt is if 3 dose is enough or should I take 5 dose. Pls answer my question. Im confused. Do clarify my doubt. And if today is my 0 shot when will be my next shot.
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No need of arv U just need azithromycin course of of atleast 5 days to avoid cat scratch fever who prescribed u arv and why

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