Cat scratch

2026-02-16 06:04:02
Yesterday, my cat scratched my hand while I was putting a belt around her neck. She is not vaccinated. The wound is not very deep, but the skin was torn and there was no bleeding. Should I take a tetanus and rabies injection?
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Yes u should take both TT and ARV vaccine . If u have taken TT in less than 6 months before then there is no need to take TT inj. Only U have to take ARV vaccine.

Answered2026-02-19 08:47:39

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Answered2026-02-18 11:40:35

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Yesss take ARV and TT both. According to me Rabies is worst disease among all known diseases in world. So be safe and take doses according to schedule

Answered2026-02-18 08:46:49

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You should wash wound and take tetanus and anti rabies four to five doses based on mode of injection Then a broad spectrum antibiotic to treat other potential bacterial infections .

Answered2026-02-18 04:04:34

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Since the cat is not vaccinated and the scratch caused skin break, this is considered a Category II exposure.
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You should: • Wash the wound thoroughly with soap & running water for 15 minutes • Apply antiseptic (betadine/povidone iodine) • Take anti-rabies vaccine (ARV) as soon as possible • Rabies immunoglobulin is NOT needed (no deep bleeding wound) Tetanus injection: ✔ Take if last TT booster was >5 years ago or unsure.
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Starting vaccination promptly is the safest approach.

Answered2026-02-16 16:37:21

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Already answered just now,  u r at risk of rabies as the cat is unvccinated

Answered2026-02-16 10:43:48

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The scratch looks superficial, but since the cat is not vaccinated, you should wash the wound well with soap and water and consult nearby hospital for rabies vaccine advice. Tetanus may also be needed if not taken in last 5 years. Please consult me so I can guide you properly about further treatment.

Answered2026-02-16 09:50:19

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Category 2 bite. It's mean you need to vaccinated yourself.

Answered2026-02-16 08:53:26

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Consult online it is decided case to case basis.

Answered2026-02-16 08:24:26

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It comes under category 2 You need vaccine and monitor the cat

Answered2026-02-16 08:14:04

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Answered2026-02-16 08:13:26

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Answered2026-03-06 08:53:23

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Yes — in this situation both tetanus and anti-rabies vaccination are recommended. Because: The cat is not vaccinated Skin was broken (skin torn) even though bleeding was minimal Cat scratches can transmit rabies through saliva on claws What you should do Immediately wash the wound with soap and running water for 10–15 minutes (very important step). Apply povidone-iodine / Betadine or antiseptic. Take Anti-rabies vaccine (ARV) course. Take Tetanus injection (TT) if not taken in last 5 years. Observe the cat If the cat remains healthy for 10 days, risk becomes extremely low — but you should still complete vaccine once started.
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When to worry Go to doctor urgently if:• Redness spreading• Pus• Fever• Swelling of lymph nodes

Answered2026-02-18 04:25:09

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Take anti rabies vaccine

Answered2026-02-17 09:53:46

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Few more details needed for further evaluation. Kindly consult

Answered2026-02-17 06:26:35

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Get vaccinated

Answered2026-02-16 15:09:38

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

Answered2026-02-16 14:32:50

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-02-16 13:36:25

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Do consult

Answered2026-02-16 09:05:07

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