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I got scratch from cat 6 months ago i take full vaccine course that time... recently i scratch by a dog and doctor told me to take 2 intradermal injection day 0 and day3 i take again for reassurance I again take one intramascular injection in day 08 is it cancel previous vaccine or I am safe i m really worried does intradermal and this intramascular vaccine both work or cancel for taking this last intramascular injection plzz help
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You should consult a General Physician in your area for a discussion sitting across the table.
Such things can't be discussed by Tele-consultation to the satisfaction of the patient .
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After full vaccination (for around 2 yrs ago,) vaccination on days 0 and 3 are sufficient
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Do the last im too..
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It was unnecessary to take day 8 vaccine. You are safe!!
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You are safe, please don’t worry. Intradermal and intramuscular rabies vaccines are the same vaccine, just given by different routes. Taking one IM dose after completing the ID boosters does not cancel or reduce the effect of the earlier doses. It only adds extra protection.
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No further vaccine is needed now. Just keep a note of the doses you’ve taken. There is no need for repeat injections for this exposure.
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You are safe, no need to worry.
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
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You need to discuss online. We see many such cases regularly.
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Not worry at all you are safe.no side effect is seen with rabies vaccine. So dont worry .
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Please be reassured—you are safe, and nothing has been cancelled or harmed by taking an extra intramuscular (IM) rabies vaccine. Rabies vaccines given intradermally (ID) or intramuscularly (IM) are equally effective in stimulating immunity. Taking an additional IM dose does not negate or cancel the protection from your earlier ID booster doses.
Since you had a full rabies vaccine course 6 months ago and then received 2 booster doses (Day 0 and Day 3) after the recent dog scratch, your protection was already adequate as per guidelines. The extra IM dose on Day 8 is not dangerous and simply acts as an additional booster.
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• No further rabies vaccine doses are needed for this exposure
• No rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) is required since you were previously vaccinated
• Observe the dog if possible for 10 days (if it remains healthy, risk is negligible)
• Consult a doctor only if you develop unusual vaccine reactions (very rare)
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• Mixing ID and IM routes does NOT cancel immunity
• Extra rabies vaccine doses are safe, though usually unnecessary
• For future minor scratches/bites, Day 0 & Day 3 boosters are sufficient if previously vaccinated
• Wash any animal scratch immediately with soap and running water for 15 minutes
I understand how frightening rabies-related concerns can be—your worry is completely natural. Please take comfort in knowing that you have taken more than adequate protection, and there is no risk from what you have done. You are safe. If you need, I’m here to guide you calmly through any future doubts.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Safe
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Dr. Sajid Ali
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4 yrs exp
Kanpur
No need to worry, it's safe
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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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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