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Is Vaccination Needed After Being Bitten By A Vaccinated Dog?
yesterday night dog byte me, small wound, little bit of blood comes out, teeth mark is there (on leg and byte over jeans pant), its pet and vaccinated, need any vaccination, any time limit to take injection, TT is required, any food restrictions. any precautions required. already delayed, waiting for your reply thanks & regards ramesh
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Sat, 13 Jun 2015
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Hello,
First wash the wound with soap and water for 10 mins. Vaccine is not required if the dog is properly vaccinated against rabies and the efficacy of the vaccine is confirmed by laboratory evidence. Otherwise better to take it post exposure vaccination.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician
First wash the wound with soap and water for 10 mins. Vaccine is not required if the dog is properly vaccinated against rabies and the efficacy of the vaccine is confirmed by laboratory evidence. Otherwise better to take it post exposure vaccination.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician
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