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Dog scratch one month back.
Hi doctor. My friends pet dog scratched me a month back. Should I be worried about rabies? I heard that dog having rabies survive for only 14 days. But the dog that scratched me is still alive. So should I take vaccine ?
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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Nail scratches are usually not problematic. Though, washing of the part/area is recommended.
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No need for vaccination
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Consult
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few details
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
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13 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
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10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
If it's a pet dog means he is vaccinated. Ask and confirm with your friend about the dog's vaccination.
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