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2022-04-14 08:54:26
Doctor i completed 4 dose intradermal vaccination 2 months Ago schedule was Day 0 3 7 28 and 15 Days Ago my vaccinted pet cat who was vaccinted with Rabies vaccine in February 2022 Scratch me with nails only skin redness and drop like blood comes out and after 15 day of scratch cat is Alive completely normal no changes in behaviour so should i have to take booster dose of Rabies vaccine ?
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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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No. The immunity provided by the vaccination schedule lasts for two years. In case of scratch, clean the wound with running water and soap. Also trim your cats nails on regular basis

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