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Anti rabbies Vaccination
I have completed my antirabies vaccination 5 months back (November end 2025). Of Rabivax-s with 5 doses. Recently I have exposure to stray dog. I didn't see any visible bites or marks . Scratch
It jumped on my back suddenly
I went to goverment clinicn they said I don't required any dose since my last was compelted 5 months back.
As benfit of doubt they gave me single dose only
What should I do now ?
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2 doses
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At least 2 doses required.
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If there is a scratch, you need 2 doses of booster only.
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You’re already protected since you completed full vaccination 5 months ago. Only 2 booster doses are needed if there is definite exposure. If no bite scratch, no need. The single dose you took is safe.
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No need
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"According to the WHO and National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) guidelines, any person who has previously completed a full course of Rabies vaccination and experiences a re-exposure after 3 months requires a 2-dose booster schedule (Day 0 and Day 3). Since your last vaccination was 5 months ago, receiving just a single dose is clinically incomplete; you require one more dose to ensure your antibody levels are fully 'boosted' for maximum protection
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Get the 2nd Dose: Go back to the clinic and request the 2nd booster dose. Mention that as per the standard protocol for exposure after 3 months, a 2-dose (Day 0, 3) schedule is recommended.
Verify the Date: If you took the first dose today, the next one should be taken exactly 3 days from now.
Wound Care: Even if there are no visible marks, if the dog's claws or saliva touched your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and running water for 15 minutes.
Observe the Dog: If possible, keep an eye on the stray dog for 10 days. If the dog remains healthy, it adds an extra layer of reassurance, though the vaccine schedule must still be completed
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
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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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Needs to be evalauted
Do consult
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Sasikumar M
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Tirunelveli
No need of vaccine if there is no bite or scratch marks
If any marks are present you need 2 doses of antirabies vaccine to be injected
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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