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PET DOG BITE, NOT DEEPSCRATCH WITH BLOOD

2023-07-30 22:23:24
Hello, sir I have dog bite on my right toe of the leg with a 3 scratch with blood come out after bite ,I  immediately wash the wound with soap and take tetnus vaccine, and within 24 hrs  take the rabies vaccine,sir should I also take immunoglobulin injection at the site of the wound
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Was the Dog vaccinated with Anti rabies?If not you should follow post rabies vaccination protocol along with Immunoglobulins.

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Yes, you should take immunoglobulins for your own safety and follow the whole anti rabies vaccination routine suggested to you

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If it is a stray dog, then it is always better to get immunoglobulin injection, too. It is just a double protection from the risk of infection.

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