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Cat scratched a 5yrs old girl . Blood came out. The wound has been washed by Dettol and tetanus given within 1hr . Is there any chance of rabies ? In this lockdwn period what we can do?
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Yes take the rabies shots. If the cat is not been vaccinated then get vaccination done.
First completely wash the wound completely with soap.
Go to government hospital near by and get the rabies vaccination of post exposure prophylaxis. Complete the course.
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Wash the wound thoroughly with running water use soap.
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Needs careful evaluation. Kindly consult via chat.
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Dr. Shiv Kumar Sharma
Ayurveda
38 yrs exp
Jaipur
Hello Ma'am,ARV should be given , please consult nearest GOVT Hospital for shot
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Dr. Soudip Saha
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5 yrs exp
South 24 Parganas
The girl must be given proper Rabies vaccine.
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Dr. Animesh Gupta
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17 yrs exp
Patna
As per guidelines, rabies vaccine should be given
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Consult online for proper guidance
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