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Rabies antibody
I have taken 5 course of rabies vaccine intramascular in 2016, abhyrab.
Vaccine was maintained proper cold chain.
Reason: due to dog bite.
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Recently i have handel a rabid dog. I close her mouth by knot purposes :not bitting to anyone.
No bite no starch.
Fearing if any contact of saliva to skin
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I have done antibody test rabies.
Igg uploaded.
Should i need vaccine??
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You have an adequate amount of antibodies, indicating no anti rabies vaccine is required at this time.
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Not necessarily needed
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No need of vaccination
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No need for further vaccination
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As per this report you don't need any further vaccination.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Need few more details
Kindly consult
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No need
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The antibody titre is adequate but if the handled dog is rabid it's better to take additional dose... No harm in taking an additional course
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Likely don't need additional vaccination.
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Exceptions:
- If you have a weakened immune system, consult your healthcare provider.
- If the dog is confirmed rabid or suspected to be rabid.
To be safe:
- Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water.
- Report the incident to local health authorities.
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Your Rabies IgG result is 3.72 IU/ mL, which is well above the protective threshold of 0.5 IU/mL. This means you likely still have good protection from the vaccine you received in 2016.
Based on this, you likely do not need additional doses unless there was direct exposure (bites, deep scratches, etc.). However, if you're feeling anxious about any symptoms or the risk of saliva contact, we can monitor you closely over the next few weeks.
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In case of any unusual symptoms, seek immediate attention. But right now, based on the antibody levels and the fact there was no bite or scratch, further vaccines are not likely required.
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Stay hydrated with plenty of fluids
Watch for any unusual symptoms
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
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12 yrs exp
New Delhi
You should visit a physician
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
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12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
No need
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
No need
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Dr. Davra Kaushalkumar Dilipbhai
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Prangel Jain
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Delhi
If you have no open wounds there is no need to worry.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
If you have taken in last 6 months.
You need not worry.
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
No need.
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Dr. Shivam Mishra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Mumbai
Based on the information you have provided, you completed a full course of the rabies vaccination in 2016. The fact that you handled a potentially rabid dog recently, even without a bite or scratch, raises valid concerns about potential exposure through saliva.
In such cases, contact with a rabid animal’s saliva to skin (especially broken or compromised skin) could pose a risk of rabies transmission, although the risk is significantly lower without a direct bite. Given that you've had prior rabies vaccinations, your antibody levels are critical in determining if you need a booster dose. If your rabies IgG test indicates sufficient immunity (usually above 0.5 IU/mL), you may not need additional vaccination. However, if the levels are below the protective threshold, a booster may be recommended.
I advise you to share your antibody test results with a healthcare professional for proper evaluation. For better clarity and personalized advice, you can consult me directly for further evaluation and treatment. Feel free to reach out on WhatsApp at eight zero zero nine eight two one double three two.
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Belgaum
No need
U did not hand any open skin whr the dig licked?
Consult online
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