If A Squirrel Bit Me Can I Get Rabies?

Posted on Mon, 14 Dec 2020

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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?

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T