
Got Scratched By Dog. Taken Injection After One Month. Is There Anything To Be Worried About?

Nothing to worry.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I do not see any reason for worry.
When you puppy is vaccinated and staying with you there is no need to worry.
In case of domestic bite what we advise is that if the dog is vaccinated for needed vaccines,there is no need for your sister to take any vaccine.
Most the dogs who are infected with rabies shows signs of rabies in about a week to 10 days,it is already 1 month,so chances of your dog having rabies goes out of question.
In given situation your sister does not require any treatment.
As she has already taken one injection,either she can discontinue taking more or else if you are very much apprehensive,she can take 2 more injection on day 3 and 21 (counted as day 0,first day of injection) as a part for prophylaxis for future bite.
I hope this clarifies.
Regards,
Dr.Pragnesh

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