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Can Scratch From A Non Vaccinated Pet Dog Cause Rabies?
Question: Hello sir, my name is XXXXXXX XXXX n I have my 3 month old pitbull pup in my house which is not vaccinated for rabies n recently by mistake I got a scratch from his teeth while feeding it...will it effect on me. .?
Brief Answer:
Rabies vaccination recommended at earliest
Detailed Answer:
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Greetings of the day
Dear Mr XXXXXXX
As the dog is not vaccinated you will definitely require post exposure prophylaxis.
I would recommend you to get anti rabies vaccine at the earliest. You can either take Rabipur or Verorab vaccination in the deltoid region(arm).
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
Rabies vaccination recommended at earliest
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Mr XXXXXXX
As the dog is not vaccinated you will definitely require post exposure prophylaxis.
I would recommend you to get anti rabies vaccine at the earliest. You can either take Rabipur or Verorab vaccination in the deltoid region(arm).
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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