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Rabies query
Please tell that how long it takes rabbies to get killed if present in saliva and can we get rabies from dried saliva if we touch that surface with an open wound?? Please tell how long it takes saliva to dry up on metal and other surfaces??
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Dr. Soudip Saha
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5 yrs exp
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take online consultation for treatment
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Dr. Rupal V Rana
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21 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes it can infect you. Rabies infection is very serious and requires immediate treatment.
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Proper dressing & injection required
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