1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Flu

  4. Rabies Transmission. To get vaccinated?

Rabies Transmission

2022-06-04 09:19:30
I was bitten by a stray dog 40 days ago... I took 5 shots of anti rabies vaccine... Today my brother used my shaving razor and blade from which I shaved yesterday... For how long does rabies virus in blood survives... Does he need to get vaccinated?
126 Views

Answers (6)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
There is no need. Rabies virus doesn't spread through blood. For further information and management please consult with me on Practo.

Answered2022-06-04 14:06:42

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+138
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Consult Now
Kindly consult

Answered2022-06-04 13:31:11

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
No need.

Answered2022-06-04 12:53:56

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
No Nothing will happen

Answered2022-06-04 11:27:54

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

No need

Answered2022-06-04 13:40:33

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Not needed

Answered2022-06-04 13:09:37

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

28 September Is 10th World Rabies day. Is Your Pet Vaccinated?

Dr.Neelam Nath Bhatia

Rabies is a fatal Viral disease transmitted by saliva of mammals including pet dogs,cats,cattle who are Not vaccinated f ... Read more

All About Rabies And Vaccination

Dr.Rahul Varma

Rabies is a word that probably reminds everybody of an enraged dog! Getting bitten by an animal such as a dog could be a ... Read more

Precautions for viral conjunctivitis

Dr.Farida Ravat

Pink eye is common name for "conjunctivitis". Everyone believes that it spreads by looking at infected person's eye. So ... Read more

Important Points That You Must Not Ignore While Adopting a Stray Dog or Cat at Home

Dr.Chandrakanta Chakraborty

Be extreme cautious about the diseases that can be transmitted from dogs or cats to human beings.Examine the puppy /kitt ... Read more

Tips for Eye Care During Monsoon

Dr.Jugal Shah

Monsoon is the season we eagerly look forward to, to get rid of the extremely hot summer. Rainy season blossoms our hear ... Read more

Coronavirus and Its Ayurvedic Perspective

Dr.N.K.Chawla

IntroductionCoronaviruses are types of viruses that typically affect the respiratory tract of mammals, including humans. ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Minor scratch from a stray dog

20068 Views
I got a minor scratch from a stray dog 3 months back, the scratch was just a mere line, no blood and was ...Read More

Dog bite(stray)

10453 Views
Which doctor do I consult if a dog bites me? If we're not sure if the dog is immunized or not, can we get ...Read More

Anti Rabies vaccine querry

7573 Views
After how many hours can I drink alcohol or tobacco after getting my last shot of anti rabies vaccine inj ...Read More

Rabies shot timing

5766 Views
If I get rabies shot after 48 hours but before 72hours of a dog scratch.will the vaccine work?is it too l ...Read More

Dog bite - Rabies

5061 Views
The stray dog is alive after 34 days of biting me. Does that mean for sure it was not shedding rabies vir ...Read More

Dog bite by a stray dog

60 Views
I took 5 doses of rabies vaccination in Jan, and recently I took two doses of vaccination in 15th Septemb ...Read More

Should I take anti-rabies booster?

61 Views
Hello. I was vaccinated earlier this year, received 4 doses of anti-rabies vaccine and last dose was on J ...Read More

Anti rabies vaccine

121 Views
During the anti rabies vaccination period if dog bite again then what should be done?? Please tell me

Risk of Rabies

104 Views
I have had 5 anti rabies injections, last one was on 24 sep 2025, I suspect that a friend of mine gave fo ...Read More

Severe Rabies anxitey

90 Views
Hello doctors! I was scratched accidentally by a playfull dog while playing with it 3 to 4 months back. T ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.