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Is It Ok To Take Rabies Injection 3 Days After Being Scratched By Monkey?
Hello, I was scratched by a monkey s nail 3 days on my chest. There are 3 small wounds which are superficial and appear to be healing well. I am not experiencing any other symptoms. I am traveling abroad in Bali and just became aware of the rabies outbreak in 2010. Should I get the rabies vaccine or is it too late? Thank you. Any advise much appreciated.
Tue, 30 Sep 2014
Hello,
Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that there is nothing worry at this point of time to take the rabies injection. Secondly chances of rabies during this period is nil as there is no outbreak recently. But it is safe at this period to get vaccinated for you.
I will be happy to answer your further concern
You can contact me.
Dr Arun Tank. Infectious disease specialist.
Thank you.
Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that there is nothing worry at this point of time to take the rabies injection. Secondly chances of rabies during this period is nil as there is no outbreak recently. But it is safe at this period to get vaccinated for you.
I will be happy to answer your further concern
You can contact me.
Dr Arun Tank. Infectious disease specialist.
Thank you.
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