If the exposed person was vaccinated 8 months ago with a complete post-exposure or pre-exposure rabies vaccination course, they are considered protected. The immunity conferred typically lasts for at least 1–2 years, and booster doses may be advised depending on ongoing risk exposure. There is no confirmed evidence of rabies being transmitted through sexual activity. Even in theory, the risk is negligible unless there is direct saliva-to-wound contact or exposure to infectious nervous tissue. If the person who bites is not rabid, then there is no risk. If the person who bites is suspected to be rabid (showing active symptoms of rabies), this would be a highly unusual and severe situation, and medical authorities must be alerted immediately. A vaccinated individual who sustains a bite from a suspected rabid person should receive two booster doses of rabies vaccine on Days 0 and 3, as per WHO guidelines for re-exposure.
Next Steps
Timely medical attention and following the above protocol will ensure continued protection and peace of mind.