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Got the scratch from dog

2018-07-12 14:33:58
Hi, While playing with a dog,my 5 years old son has got mild nail scratch near to his neck. I consulted a doctor , she suggested for 5 shots of anti rabbies . My son has taken 3 injections. So,my question is ... Is it required to get another 2 injection also? Thanks, Sumit
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Yes anywhere on the body except hands and legs need five injections.Do take it

Answered2018-07-12 17:35:32

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Its not anti rabies injections its a post exposure anti rabies vaccination with a fixed course on fixed days to rule out every possibilities of rabies in affected patients. So pls complete the course if you want to prevent all the possibilities of developing the disease.

Answered2018-07-12 17:47:13

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