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Stray kitten scratch
Yesterday a stray kitten scratched my hand slightly.little area and mild blood I see.i have washed with soap and applied betadine .do I need to take rabies or it's not needed
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Need arv and ars too if cat 3
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The kitten was stray but it was only a slight scratch. You have already washed the wound with soap and water and applied betadine. This is a good start. However, I would still recommend that you receive a rabies vaccine.
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keep the wound open
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Yes please get the shots , it's always better to be safe ... Rather than to be late...
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Reshma Rahman
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3 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult….
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
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Ahmedabad
Yes you should.
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Dr. Tawoos Beg
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Dear patient
Your wound comes in category 3 (according to category of exposure)
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get local wound rx first
get anti rabies vaccination
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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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Dr. Danish Qureshi
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Jaipur
Need detailed history and few investigations. Please consult.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Nikhil Aggarwal
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Delhi
If the kitten was a stray and you are unsure of its vaccination status, it is important to take precautions to prevent the risk of rabies transmission. Rabies is a serious viral infection that can be transmitted through the saliva of infected animals, and it can be fatal if left untreated.
I would recommend that you seek medical attention as soon as possible, especially if the scratch is deep or if the kitten was exhibiting any unusual behavior. Your healthcare provider can assess the risk of rabies transmission and determine if you need to receive a rabies vaccine or other treatment.
In the meantime, continue to clean the wound with soap and water, and apply an antiseptic such as betadine. Keep a close eye on the wound for any signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or discharge. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
It's always better to err on the side of caution when it comes to potential rabies exposure, so I would advise you to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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