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Rabies vaccine is necessary
A stray dog passes over my feet I don't find any scratch but having itching and little bit burning sensation. Do I need to take Anti rabies . How many injection it consist.
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Ya if any doubt of bite minium three injections may be taken
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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham
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7 yrs exp
Bangalore
As long as there's no open wound over the region or any dog bite you don't require the rabies vaccine. I would advise you to visit the ER so that the leg can be assessed and the necessary decision be made.
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