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Rabies Vaccination.
I took full course of rabies vaccine in September. And took 2 booster doses of rabies vaccine on 27/12/25 and 30/12/25. On 5th January 2026 a dog licked me on face. Do I have to take the vaccine again? And, how long the vaccine provides protection?
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Ya surely.anything on face cud spread infection fast.mostly u shud take vaccine if the dog is rabid.consult nearby hospital for further information and vaccine schedule for the same.
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Dog lick on intact skin is Category I exposure, no vaccine needed.
You have already completed full course and recent boosters, so you are fully protected.
Protection: lasts for years; only boosters needed after future true bites.
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not required
your exposure comes under category 1 if it is only lick over intact skin.
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In human the rabies vaccine is effective at least for 10 yrs.but booster dose is required after 3 to 5 years.
As per protocol repeat vaccination is not required for you.
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Nothing to worry. Don't have to take vaccine again. Once taken it lasts for upto 6months atleast.
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No as you are only licked and had recent booster dose you do not need further vaccinations.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Not recquired
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Dr. Dinesh Mehta
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3 yrs exp
Jaipur
No need , you are safe.You are well protected, and this exposure does not require any further rabies vaccination.
Lick is included in category 1 bite, no need to vaccination.
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5 year protection you covered via this. thank you.
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