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Infected Cat bite on neck
I took rabbies vaccine but cat died as it was serious do i need to worry I have done full 5 course..
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Avoid fried and spicy food
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Full course of vaccine so don't worry at all. U r safe, relax
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If you have completed your scheduled vaccination of rabies, then no worry at all.you are safe.
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Depends on type of bite , site and many other factors .
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Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Dear Patient,
If you have completed all 5 doses of anti-rabies vaccine properly as per schedule, you are considered protected.
Even if the cat was rabid, completing the full vaccination course provides very high protection.
No need to panic.
Seek medical help only if:
• You missed any dose
• You are immunocompromised
• You did not receive Rabies Immunoglobulin (if it was a Category 3 bite)
Otherwise, you are safe.
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Dr. Rajni Rupam
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Giridih
• Vaccination Completion: You have completed a full 5-dose course of the rabies vaccine.
• Effectiveness: When administered correctly and promptly after an exposure, the modern rabies vaccine is nearly 100% effective in preventing the disease.
• The Cat's Status: While the cat's death is a reason for caution, the purpose of the 5-dose schedule is specifically to provide full protection even if the animal was confirmed to have rabies.
Next Steps
• Confirmation of Schedule: Ensure that all five doses were received on the specific dates recommended by your healthcare provider (typically days 0, 3, 7, 14, and 28).
• Wound Care: If there was a bite or scratch, ensure it was thoroughly cleaned with soap and water, as this significantly reduces the viral load.
• Medical Consultation: You should speak with the doctor who administered the vaccines to confirm your treatment is officially complete. They may also check if you required Rabies Immune Globulin (RIG) at the start of your treatment if you had not been vaccinated previously.
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Since you have completed the full 5-dose series, your body has developed the necessary antibodies to neutralize the virus, even if the cat was rabid at the time of the incident. You have done exactly what is required to stay safe.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Few more details needed for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Rachna Pande
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42 yrs exp
Bhopal
If you have completed vaccine, there is nothing to worry.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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