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If A Squirrel Bit Me Can I Get Rabies?

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Posted on Wed, 9 Apr 2025
Question: If a squirrel bit me can I get rabies? I’m not sure if it bit me or scratched me. It happened 3 months ago. Is it too late to get a rabies shot?
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Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
If mo bleeding or visible scraches, then no need of rabies shot.
And rabies shot is useless if not taken immediately, within 24-48 hours of exposure.
I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas
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If A Squirrel Bit Me Can I Get Rabies?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question, I understand your concern. If mo bleeding or visible scraches, then no need of rabies shot. And rabies shot is useless if not taken immediately, within 24-48 hours of exposure. I hope your query is clear now. Thanks and regards Dr Diwashish biswas