Rabies exposure with hiv

2021-12-14 04:02:16
I am hiv positive (since 1 month, no symptoms, doctor told to check again and confirm with some other test) and I haven't started medication yet. I've finished the 5 dose chirorab 3 months before and I've taken 2 doses on dec 1st and dec 3rd. Yesterday on dec 13th a dog bit me on my face, it wasn't a very severe wound but my eyes were red and my checks bleeded a little. I went to a doctor and he assured me I'm safe but another doctor friend told me to take both hrig and 5 doses of vaccine. I'm getting really worried, should I take another consultation? If yes please suggest which speciality doctor should I consult for this.
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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2021-12-14 18:45:40

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Answered2021-12-14 11:26:07

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ARV usually not needed
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Consultation with a infectious disease specialist is advisable

Answered2021-12-14 11:25:41

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No need to repeat vaccination before one year of previous vaccination

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