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Is monkey scratch dangerous
One monkey scratched a little bit on my husbands hand it's been already 10hrs since this was happened...so is there any problem or no need of worrying or plz suggest the next step to execute
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if the skin is broken rabies risk assessment and post exposure vaccination is needed
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Monkey a rabid animal.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Mr. Chadi Mbilal
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Yes, a monkey scratch can be dangerous, mainly because of the risk of rabies and bacterial infection. My medical advice is to take any scratch that breaks the skin seriously, even if it is small and painless.
In India, a monkey scratch should be assessed promptly for rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop, but it is preventable with timely treatment. �
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Wash the scratch with soap and running water for 15 minutes.
Apply povidone-iodine antiseptic if available.
Visit any hospital today for assessment.
A clinician should also assess your tetanus vaccination status and whether antibiotics are needed.
Take rabies vaccine prophylaxis
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