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Five months after complete primary rabbies vaccination I again scratched by stray dog... Is it necessary to take booster... Some doc says not required some says it's required... What's the truth.. Pzz guide
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It gives protection for 6 months.
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If u completed your pshedhule last time than booster dose is ok for now to you
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Consult for more ✌️
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Take a booster at 0 and 3 days.
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Yes, if you have completed your previous vaccination schedule then you would need to take booster doses. (According to Rabies Vaccination Schedule.)
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By your words if u saying its minor scratch then its important to look for that whether your scratch was followed by blood oozing or just superficial scratch. If its superficial then no need but it is followed by bleeding. Atlest take a booster dose
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Do connect and consult
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No need to take
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Yes. It is necessary.
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The immunity provided by the vaccine lasts for several years, but its duration can vary based on factors like individual health and the specific vaccine used. For individuals who have had a rabies exposure, timely vaccination is critical, and the schedule should be strictly followed for the best protection.
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Depending on your age, your immunity is supposed to be good if you don't have pre-existing health conditions but Prompt and appropriate treatment is essential to prevent the onset of rabies, which is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. If you have a Category 3 rabies wound or any potential exposure, seek medical care immediately.
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Connect please
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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No need to take.
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Not required
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
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6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
No need
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Bareilly
No need to take
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
13 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Kindly connect
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
No need to take now
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No need
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