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Puppy bite
I got a small cut on my hand while playing with some stray puppies from a playful bite.
Incision is not deep though some blood came out of it.
Is vaccination necessary,if yes within how many days? The puppies are approximately 3 to 4 months old.
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Dr. Chethan R S
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi, Post exposure prophylaxis is mandatory as soon as possible within 12hours..
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