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Rabies query

2020-09-04 11:36:18
2 months 20 days ago I took 3 arv vaccine each with 4 days gap like on 0,4,8 as I got delayed by 1 day that's why I wasn't able to take Vaccine on 0, 3, 7 days. I took Vaccine just for protection I only took 3 arv vaccine as told u. If i get a lick on open wound from a dog or bat so will I need Vaccine again??
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No need !!! As u already took it !! Wash the wound area with betadine
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Clean the wound

Answered2020-09-04 12:21:30

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