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Ant bite near injection site
Mam.my sis had her 4th dose rabies vaccine on 31 march.in the hand near the site today( 24th April ) she got any bite it became reddish.
Any harm to vaccine?.. as it's been so many days after vaccination
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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Hello. I have reviewed the details regarding your sister's situation.
There is no cause for concern regarding the effectiveness of the rabies vaccine. An insect bite occurring nearly three weeks after the injection cannot interfere with the vaccine's ability to protect her.
Key Points:
Vaccine Safety: The vaccine she received on March 31st has already done its job in stimulating her immune system. A new bite on April 24th will not "undo" or harm that protection.
The Redness: The reddish area is most likely a simple local reaction to the ant bite itself.
Treatment: She can apply a cold compress to the area to reduce redness and itching. If the area becomes very painful, warm to the touch, or starts spreading significantly, she should consult a local doctor to rule out a secondary skin infection (cellulitis).
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You should take ctz 10 mg od for 1 week.
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Please seek a proper consultation with a General Physician on Practo.
Sketchy information is not adequate.
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Antbite over the injected site will not cause any harm.You can apply ice pack over the affected area and some antihistamine cream
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There is no harm to the rabies vaccine due to an ant bite at the same site after so many days.
This redness is most likely a local reaction to the insect bite, not related to the vaccine.
What to do:
Apply cold compress
Use topical calamine or antihistamine cream if itching
Oral antihistamine (e.g., levocetirizine) if needed
Watch for:
Increasing redness, swelling, pus, or severe pain → may indicate infection
Otherwise, it should settle in a few days and does not affect vaccine efficacy.
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No not any harm
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Bo problem. Do some cold compression over the bite.
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Apply ice there
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Nothing will happen
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No harm.she is already well immune protected.
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No no.. No harm at all.. for VACCINATION
If reddish with itching
1. LCZ 5-- ONCE AFTER SUPPER*5 DAYS
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No harm to the vaccine it is already absorbed and working.
The redness is due to the ant bite and not related to the injection.
You can apply calamine lotion or take an antihistamine if itching is more. It should settle in 2 days.
If swelling increases, pain becomes severe, or it doesn’t improve in 2 days, please book a consultation.
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"An ant bite or any insect bite occurring near a vaccination site 24 days after the injection has absolutely no impact on the efficacy of the Rabies vaccine. By the 24th day, the vaccine has already been absorbed into your system, and your immune system has already begun producing the necessary protective antibodies. The redness you see is a localized allergic reaction to the ant's saliva (formic acid) and is completely unrelated to the vaccine
Next Steps
Treat the Ant Bite: You can apply a soothing calamine lotion or a mild over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream to the reddish area to reduce itching and inflammation.
Cold Compress: Applying a cold pack (ice wrapped in a cloth) for 5-10 minutes can help reduce the redness and 'burning' sensation from the ant bite.
Monitor for Infection: While the bite won't hurt the vaccine, keep an eye on it. If the redness spreads significantly or you develop a fever, it could be a minor skin infection (cellulitis) that needs standard antibiotics.
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For a detailed discussion on the rabies antibody timeline or advice on managing skin allergies, you can consult me directly through my profile.
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Hi dear,
Please be re-assured first. Its of no harm to the vaccination process.
For itch and burning sensations you can consume the following medication for 1-2 days max.
Rx tab LCZ 5 mg once a day.
Hope that helps!
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Insect bite or what need more details
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Jwalanth
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4 yrs exp
Chennai
Ant bite near vaccine site shouldn't be a problem... just ice pack on that area would suffice and if you connect through practo.. appropriate topical can be given if needed after verifying recent pics of the patient..
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Dr. Mohit Yadav
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Gurgaon
There will not be any problem
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Mohammed Salman Mohiuddin
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Hyderabad
No problem, it will subside in a few days
For pain management just apply cold compression.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Kindky do connect and consult
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Do consult
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Dr. Dhritiman Deb
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No harm
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Pls consult nearby doctor once
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Dr. Hemant
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Hisar
No harm to vaccine
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Consult with details history if there is new complaint
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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No harm
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