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Dog bite scratch

2022-09-29 13:29:38
I have a dog bite scratch around 6 yrs ago It is only a minor one no blood occur due to scratch Do i still have risk of rabies infection I have heard of cases where rabies symptoms occurs even after 10 yrs
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Answered2022-09-29 15:06:46

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Theoretically yes. You have a risk of Rabies. But you have the risk of so many other things also. You have a risk of meeting with an accident every day. Have you ever bothered to think about it?  Similarly you should not think about Rabies too. By the way, it is too late to get worried because you can do nothing about your dog bite/scratch you had 6 years ago.

Answered2022-09-29 14:14:42

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No worries.symptoms occur within 1-2 years

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I can surely help u with this through consultation

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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

Answered2022-10-09 14:23:57

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No need to worry.
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your shuld take ARV Vaccination as precaution as 0,3,7,14 and 21 or 28 day and Rabies immunoglobulin for immunization.
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Keep records of any vaccination.

Answered2022-09-29 13:57:13

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Yes symptoms occur in one year No need to worry as you had dog bite 6 years back

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