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Dog bite and rabies

2023-11-28 08:48:18
Is it possible rabies virus to spread infection after a dog bite. After dog bite I have taken rabies vaccine one day later means there is a gap of 24 hours after dog bite. Is it dangerous
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It is not dangerous. Since you got it within 72 hours, which is the recommended time window before one should take their vaccination. There is no need to worry about it.

Answered2023-11-28 08:56:08

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dont worry wash the wound with running water and complete your vaccination.

Answered2023-12-02 18:37:11

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No, complete the whole vaccination as per regimen and you should be good to go.

Answered2023-11-30 10:39:14

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