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Got bit by a stray puppy
Hi! I was vaccinated by anti rabies last March 2017. Completed all the vaccinations. I got bit today by a stray puppy. Should I get another shots of anti rabies?
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Dr. Anil Kumar Jain
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello there.
I can understand your concern.
No. You don't need to take any more for at least 5 years.
You just need one shot every 5 years from now.
That's a booster dose.
Nothing else.
Consult a general physician in person for further evaluation and management.
Best regards.
Dr. Anil Kumar Jain.
Bangalore.
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