What Are The Chances Of Getting Rabies From Touching The Dog?
Rabies transmission is unlikely but getting vaccination is recommended
Detailed Answer:
Hi B,
Thanks for writing in.
I have read through your query online.
Please find my observations below.
1. Any pet dog has to be vaccinated against infectious diseases. These vaccinations are given to the dog starting few weeks after birth and then continued regularly once in a year. It protects the dog and the owner from rabies.
2. If the dog was given anti rabies injection then there is no problem at all.
3. Even if the dog was not vaccinated earlier, there is no need to worry about your son getting rabies from touching the dog. However, since they are not sure therefore your son might be given a complete course of anti rabies vaccination 5 dose schedule to be taken in the arm. This is a safe vaccine and recommended for children and adults.
Hope this answers your question. Please feel free to correct any oversight in my interpretation of your problems and discuss them in detail as per your requirements.
Hope your query is answered.
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Regards,
Dr.Vivek
Thanks for your answer. Since this has happened three to four days ago, is it okay for us to go and get vaccination. Please advise.
Vaccination will protect your son
Detailed Answer:
Hi B,
Thanks for writing back with an update.
1. Even if it is 3 days back incident, getting vaccination will work and produce antibodies against rabies and protect him. Rabies has no known cure and it is better to take precautions for your son.
Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Dr.Vivek