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Rat Bite in toe
What to do if a rat bites ? Is it necessary to go for rabbies injection and tetanus.
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Dr. Kiran Naik
Internal Medicine
11 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
TT is necessary.
Doxycycline prevents any untoward infections. But consultant Physician before taking it.
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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
You will require TT injection if you haven't had it within 6 months, you should have teh wound cleaned properly and if you develop fever in the coming days you should do a LeptoIgM test.
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