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Rabies after vaccination
Hello . Can some person spread rabies to someone if that person is already vaccinated 8 months ago ? . Through any sexual contact or from bites (that can cause bleeding)
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Let me clarify your concerns about rabies transmission after vaccination:
Key Facts About Rabies Vaccination:**
1. **Complete Protection:** A properly administered rabies vaccine provides nearly 100% protection. If someone was vaccinated 8 months ago and received the full course (typically 3-4 doses), they cannot transmit rabies through bites or sexual contact.
2. Transmission Routes:**
- Rabies spreads only through infected saliva entering wounds/mucous membranes
- Sexual transmission of rabies has never been documented
- Vaccinated individuals don't carry or shed the virus
3. When to Worry:**
- Only unvaccinated/improperly vaccinated animals/people can transmit rabies
- If bitten by an unvaccinated animal, post-exposure prophylaxis is needed regardless of your vaccination status
What You Should Do:**
- If you have a fresh animal bite, clean the wound thoroughly with soap/water
- No need for concern about transmission from vaccinated individuals
- Maintain your own vaccination schedule if at high risk
For Peace of Mind:**
If you have specific exposure concerns, I'd be happy to review your vaccination records and exposure history. You can reach me on WhatsApp at eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two for personalized advice.
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Omg, that is called hiv not rabies.
When vaccinated he is fully protected against rabies, no effect if he bit even. Ok
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
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Not at all.
No sexual transmission.
Pls don't worry.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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If the exposed person was vaccinated 8 months ago with a complete post-exposure or pre-exposure rabies vaccination course, they are considered protected. The immunity conferred typically lasts for at least 1–2 years, and booster doses may be advised depending on ongoing risk exposure. There is no confirmed evidence of rabies being transmitted through sexual activity. Even in theory, the risk is negligible unless there is direct saliva-to-wound contact or exposure to infectious nervous tissue. If the person who bites is not rabid, then there is no risk. If the person who bites is suspected to be rabid (showing active symptoms of rabies), this would be a highly unusual and severe situation, and medical authorities must be alerted immediately. A vaccinated individual who sustains a bite from a suspected rabid person should receive two booster doses of rabies vaccine on Days 0 and 3, as per WHO guidelines for re-exposure.
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Timely medical attention and following the above protocol will ensure continued protection and peace of mind.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Kolkata
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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