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Rabies vaccine for a minor bite

2021-04-03 14:00:06
My sister got a minor cut on her hand, which she is not sure, if our new puppy bite, she was handling the puppy, the puppy is 35 days old, should my sister get a anti rabies injection. She washed her hands with soap and dettol, please advice
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Will need to look at the wound to comment further. It’s irresponsible & unethical to comment without seeing the wound. I can’t help you. Dr Rupal (Senior Consultant Physician) Mumbai

Answered2021-04-03 14:19:41

YESNO

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