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Query Regarding Rabies exposure vaccine
Hi all, due to my pet dog's frequent nibbling issue I had a series of shots taken in July 27,31& Aug 4 (0,3,7) . After three doses I have taken another single shot of vaccine on September 7 and Oct 31. So total 5 shots in last 4 months . My recent exposure to a stray dog licking my finger tip while I was feeding it and I unknowingly used the same finger to eat 2mins later caused me panic and made go for rabies vaccination again. Now currently 0,3,7 on Jan 4,7,11 are done while first two were in gluteal . My two concerns 1. Since my pet dog is vaccinated and rabid free and still health can I consider my earlier 5 doses as PrEP dose and will it give me immunity 2. With the current course shall I retake my day 0,3 since they're given in gluteal . Or is it okay to carryon with further doses ?
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To remain double sure, do an antibody titer test. NOTE- Always wash your affected/scratched/bitten body part 3-4times with running tap water. Booster anti rabies inj helps. Follow your physician advice after a detailed discussion.
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You can go for rabies antibody titer test and assess your immunity. If your immunity is up to the mark, there is no need for further doses.
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If complete course months back then u only need 2 shot boosters on re-exposure so no need for any further shots
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