Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Rabies from cat scratch
Hi can we get rabies from cat scratch that bled a bit.
I have taken a tetanus shot also already.
It has been 20+ hours since the incident happened.
Answers (17)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Hello,
Take balanced diet.
For prescription please pay and consult or contact me at WhatsApp at plus nine one nine five nine five zero eight seven three nine nine.
Thanks.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+141
It is possible to contract rabies from a cat scratch if the cat is infected with the virus, especially if the scratch breaks the skin and the saliva of the infected cat comes into contact with the wound. Since it has been over 20 hours since the incident, it is crucial to assess your risk and consider preventive treatment.
Given that you have already received a tetanus shot, it’s important to follow up with a healthcare provider for further evaluation and possible rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). I recommend consulting with me for a more thorough evaluation and to discuss your treatment options. You can reach me via WhatsApp at eight hundred nine eight two one three three two for further assistance.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
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.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
You should take five doses of ARV.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
ARV is adviced.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Maybe
Next Steps
Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Connect please
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
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.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Nilabjo Ghosh
General Practitioner
3 yrs exp
Kolkata
Possible
Next Steps
consult @ 9874*359731
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
- Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
U should take rabies vaccine.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Arun Mani Babu
Family and Community Medicine Specialist
10 yrs exp
Patna
Yes ofcourse; from the information provided it falls in Category - 3 wound.Hope you have washed the wound thoroughly in running water for 10-15 minute.Along with Tetanus shot you have to take Rabies Immunoglobulin and rabies vaccine too as early as possible.If you are not immunized against rabies virus earlier.
Next Steps
Visit a hospital were rabies vaccine and immunoglobulin is available.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Pujari Yaswanth Raj
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Anantapur
It's advised to take rabies vaccine for any animal bite
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.