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How Long Will Rabies Virus Stay Dormant Inside The Body?
Dear Sir, i am 31 year old now and when i was 15 (16 yrs ago), i was bitten by a dog. I had not taken any vaccination at that time. what are the chances that i could infect by a rabies virus and how long the rabies virus stay dormant inside the human body?
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I appreciate your concern. No one knows the exact period of dormancy. There are instances of becoming active after many years. So, to be safe go for anti rabies vaccination now, though you have missed it before. All the best and stop thinking about this after taking vaccination.
I appreciate your concern. No one knows the exact period of dormancy. There are instances of becoming active after many years. So, to be safe go for anti rabies vaccination now, though you have missed it before. All the best and stop thinking about this after taking vaccination.
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