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Treatment for Cat scratch.

2022-03-03 13:07:53
Hello Dr. I'm a 21 y.o male. I had a cat (by nail) scratch on my leg yesterday with blood (minor scratch-2 cm). Picture has been attached. It's a stray cat living under my building. I thoroughly washed the wound with water+ soap, applied dettol and then antiseptic cream. Later, I took TT vaccine today and antibiotic *Cefixime (200mg). Is there a need to take Rabbies vaccine again, as I had taken a full course of Rabbies vaccine back  in 2016? If yes, full course or just the booster dose? Also, should I leave the wound open/under band aid? Thankyou.
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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Six years is a long time. Please get full course of ARV.

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Take full dose ARV.

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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U have done good by washing and taking tetanus. NO need for antibiotics. U can stop taking cefixime
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u need to take rabies vaccine.

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