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Rabies exposure
Hi Doctor,
I completed my 5 rabies vaccine doses and HRIG 5 weeks back for a possible exposure due to a bat that caressed my cheeks. Now after 5 weeks, another bat hit my middle finger on left hand yesterday night 10:00 pm: Can I take booster doses to be in safer side. Kindly advise
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Since you completed a full 5-dose rabies vaccine course with HRIG just 5 weeks ago, you have good protective immunity at this point. For a new bat exposure within this timeframe, standard protocol recommends 2 booster doses (on Day 0 and Day 3 of the new exposure) rather than repeating the full course. Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water immediately if you haven't already â this alone reduces risk significantly.
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Hi! 😊
Since you completed full course with HRIG just 5 weeks ago, your immunity is still strong. For this minor new contact, a single booster dose is enough.
Book a quick consultation with me now I'll review your exact schedule and give you the right advice for complete peace of mind.
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Not needed.
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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U r under vaccine effect now so noneed
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
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no need to take booster but you can take for a safer side
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No need
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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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