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Consultancy on a rabies shot
Actually when i was buying vegetables at the nearest market then a street dog attacked on a cow who was disbalanced and due to this I got hurt at my left leg I mean thumb toe. Should I take a rabies vaccine or not?
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Rabies spread only by direct saliva and bleeding wound contact. In your case, there is nothing of that sort. So, no need for any vaccination
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If the dog has bitten you then only you need to get anti rabies vaccination
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otherwise not necessary but please consult a physician as well
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Dr. Madhavi Vidiyala
Veterinary Physician
19 yrs exp
Bangalore
Not necessary..As you weren't bitten by stray dog..you need not take any Antirabies vaccine..
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Dr. Sonali Choudhary
Veterinarian
7 yrs exp
Jammu
If you've not been bitten there is no need for vaccination. However follow general hygiene practices for the wound as it can get infection if ignored.
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