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Possible Rat bite
I may have bitten by a rat while sleeping 2 days ago . There very small wound on my thumb.do I need to get a rabis shot.
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Can help you with and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero. next course of action
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AntiRabies vaccine will not help with rat bites .. better to observe .. take a tt dose .. leptospirosis is common .. if got fever rush to hospital immediately.. connect so that I can guide u accordingly
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
11 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Better to take..
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
I am here to support and assist you in your healthcare journey. If you have any concerns, questions, or need guidance, please feel free to consult with me. Your well-being is my priority, and together, we can work towards your optimal health.
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Dr. Najeeb T
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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3 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes you take antirabies vaccine.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
Complete the course
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Dr. Yashvardhan Sharma
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Better to take it
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Pune
Better to take it
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Bareilly
If there is bleeding then ARV should be taken
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