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2026-06-26 18:13:49
Daughter 11 yr gt scratch from neighbour cat should I vaccinated her.she took booster dose of tetanus last yr.attaching scratch pic in index finger.it doesn't bleed
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Hello , Kindly consider having a Tele-Consultation with me on PRACTO App since adequate patient history is required for proper treatment and further follow up . Thank You
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Need Inj Rabipure

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A superficial scratch from a known domestic cat that doesn't bleed is a low-risk exposure. However, for children, it's always safer to get a rabies vaccine course as a precaution, especially if the cat's vaccination status is unknown. Wash the scratch area thoroughly with soap and water immediately.
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Wash the wound well and consult your pediatrician today to decide on anti-rabies vaccination based on the cat's vaccination history. Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.

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If clear scratch,  get her vaccinated.

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app

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Enquire about the vaccination status if the cat and keep an eye on cats behaviour. It is a mild scratch nothing to worry. Yes you should get tetanus vaccination done. If the cat is not vaccinated or not Fully vaccinated, anti rabies vaccine is to be given to the child too

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If you have taken TT already It seems like a minor scratch so arv is advisable if the penetration is deep then Arv on 0,3,7,28 is necessary

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Yes, go for scheduled vaccination in nearby hospital.

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For a minor cat scratch, observe the wound and cat if possible rabies vaccine is advisable as precaution per schedule.

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As tt already taken Arv advisable on 0, 3, 7, 28 days Site Deltoid reason Dose 1 ml Route Intradermal

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusion and management

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Do connect and consult Will help you

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As per picture vaccine not required but you can take  vaccine for precautions and also confirm vaccination status of Cat

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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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