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How Long Does Anti Rabies Vaccination Stay Effective In Body?
I got bitten by a dog last june 2014. I took a full course of anti rabies vaccination and it went well. 2 days ago i was bitten/scratched by another dog (not sure). It produced a little wound with some blood but it didnt really hurt. Do i need to have a revaccination?
Tue, 2 May 2023
Hi,
Rabies vaccine is protective for 3 years after last disease of vaccination, unless a booster dose was given within 3 years of vaccination. You do not seem to have vaccine booster, so in case of bite by an unknown and nonvaccinated dog, a full course of rabies vaccine is indicated.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Rabies vaccine is protective for 3 years after last disease of vaccination, unless a booster dose was given within 3 years of vaccination. You do not seem to have vaccine booster, so in case of bite by an unknown and nonvaccinated dog, a full course of rabies vaccine is indicated.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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