**To the Patient:**
Your query about **Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG)** after a kitten scratch, given your extensive vaccination history, requires careful clarification. Here’s the medical guidance:
Key Points:
1. Your Vaccination Status:
- You completed a **full primary series (5 doses in 2023)** and received **multiple boosters (2024–2025)**.
- This indicates **adequate pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)**.
2. RIG is Not Required:
- **WHO guidelines** state RIG is *only* for:
- **Unvaccinated individuals** (or those with incomplete vaccination).
- **Severe exposures** (e.g., bites near the brain/spine).
- Your booster doses (post-scratch) were sufficient to **neutralize the virus**.
3. Kitten’s Death:
- While concerning, rabies transmission via scratches is rare (requires saliva contact).
- The kitten’s unspecified ailment *unlikely* to be rabies if it showed no typical symptoms (aggression, drooling).
Action Taken:
- Your **intramuscular boosters (post-exposure)** were appropriate but **RIG was unnecessary**.
Next Steps:
- No further action needed if the kitten showed **no rabies symptoms**.
- Monitor for **unusual signs** (fever, neurological symptoms)—though highly improbable given your immunity.
For Peace of Mind:
Schedule a consultation to review your records and address lingering concerns.
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Answered2025-04-04 11:47:48
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