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Rabies doubt!!

2021-09-22 16:09:16
Hello doctor, I took a complete ARV(5 shots) in January 2021, I took 2 booster doses in August 2021 and now, a street dog scratched me(no blood was drawn but it was a nasty scratch) just a few hours ago on 22 September 2021, should I go for booster shots??? Pls reply
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Boosters are usually not recommended if taken within last 6 months

Answered2021-09-22 16:10:24

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Answered2021-09-22 16:22:07

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