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Scratched by a stray puppy dog

2022-01-19 16:53:22
Got scratched by a stray puppy dog. It did not bite, but scratched with this paws. There was no blood, only white scratch marks on my skin. Do I need to get Rabies injection?
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Yes its advisable to take a full course of arv

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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ARV may be advisable

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You can take vaccination

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The dog was a stray dog, not under observation. So it is safe to take Antirabies Vaccine full course.

Answered2022-01-19 17:18:24

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Yes do take. Need not worry much but it's safe to take vaccine.

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Its better to complete a course of rabies vaccination alomg with a dise of tt

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To be on safe side you can get vaccinated as it's a stray dog

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Since it's a stray dog it is advisable to take full course of antirabies vaccine on Day 0, Day 3, Day 7, Day 14 and Day 28.

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