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Anti rabies vaccination
About 20 days back i was sitting behind someone on scooter going on city road, when suddenly a dog crossed us closeby. i was wearing slippers . i didn't focus on this much at that time ... but since past 4-5 days it has started bothering me that what if the dog had scratched me with nails and i didn't notice or feel anything ... i am feeling very paranoid.. shoul i take 5 injections now ? or is it too late... please help.. also are there any major side effects of anti rabies vaccines if i take them
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Nothing to worry. Already crossed 20 days. Ignore. If dog had scratched, you would have known. Just chill.
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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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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
If there is no contact with the dog, like with saliva with your leg, you don't have to worry. And if you have taken the vaccination in last 2-3 years, you don't have to worry
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