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Rat bite problem
During anti rabies vaccination period if rat bite then what can I do? I already took 4 doses of anti rabies vaccine and my 5th dose will be 9 april 2026.I took 4 doses anti rabies vaccine (ID) with erig from govt hospital in feb 2024.
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Complete your vaccination schedule .
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Dr. Arifur Rahaman
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Siliguri
Erig is lifelong , no need to re take , complete the schedule thats it.
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Noise asu r with vaccine complete the vaccine course.relax
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Complete schedule of antirabies vaccine. No risk from rat bite if you are taking vaccine as per schedule.
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Complete schedule first .
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you must complete your 5th dose on 9 April
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Complete the course
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Need not to worry, if u have taken 4 doses at your given schedule , because these are prophylaxis doses and will definitely cover your rat bite.
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Just take the 5th dose at the given schedule
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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