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Scratch by a street dog on leg

2017-08-10 02:43:38
I had a scratch on my right leg y a street dog two days ago. but on that time i did not recognize any cut or bleed. After that night i am feeling some sen-session on that area (but nothing visible). i am scary of being infected. However dog is healthy and is in our colony. please let me know if i need vaccination.
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As per guideline you need to take vaccine as there is scratch by dog. Go to local hospital.

Answered2017-08-11 19:07:33

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