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I completed my Anti rabies vaccine on 17-10-2025.Today a dog scratch me.What can I do??please tell me
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First wash with running water for 15 mins
If dog bites on face or on genitals or if wound is deep or you are having chronic disease like hiv or aids immune (weak immunity) take 2 booster doses day 0 and 3
If nothing as above mentioned nothing to done only wash and just apply betadine
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Hello 👋
No need to worry — you’re well protected!
Since you have completed your full Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) course on 17-10-2025, your body already has strong protective antibodies.
Here’s what you should do:
1. Wash the scratch area immediately with soap and running water for at least 10–15 minutes.
2. Apply povidone-iodine or any antiseptic.
3. If the scratch is minor (no bleeding) and the dog appears healthy and vaccinated, you likely don’t need any booster doses.
4. However, if the dog is stray, unvaccinated, or the wound is deep, then just take 2 booster doses of ARV — one on Day 0 (today) and another on Day 3.
Remember: since your last vaccination was just days ago, your immune memory is strong, and this exposure is not dangerous.
Still, it’s best to confirm after seeing the wound — depth, location, and dog status matter a lot. You can send me a photo or details for a quick, clear decision.
For instant guidance, message me directly on WhatsApp — nine three two six zero two zero five three six.
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No need to get vaccination for next 3 months
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Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and running water.
No need for revaccination.
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No need vaccine
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wash the area with soap under running water
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Take a glass of milk daily.
Thanks.
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Do connect and consult
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Just clean that site thoroughly with antiseptic solution.
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Need few more details
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Nothing except washing the area with soap and water.
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Nothing to be done. Just relax
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No need for vaccination again
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You should consult for this
If you're vaccinated then you need not worry about this
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no need for vaccination
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Check that Dog vaccinated or not
if scratch is major then only decide what is the next plan
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If scratch causes skin break
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the. u have to take another rabbies vaccine.no need to go for immunoglobulin again ...
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How deep is the scratch?
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Nothing
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Dr. Hemanth Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Nothing except washing the area with soap nd water
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Dr. Anand Kumar Gond
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Azamgarh
If you have taken 5 doses nothing to worry about!
If itâs 3 doses then think of taking two more dose .If scratch causes skin break then. u have to take another rabies vaccination
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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Need few more details
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