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Is It Okay To Take Vaccination 3 Days After Street Dog Bite?
Hi,
I am male (21) and was bitten by a street puppy. The wound was very minor on my hand near thumb but blood came out from scratches. It healed after 10 hrs.(i was bitten at midnight. wound healed after the night sleep.) i didn't consult the doctor on day 1. But after many suggestion, i thought of having Vaccine just for the safety purpose. I took Rabipur and TT(titness) vaccine on day 3, about 50hr from the bite. now i have scheduled vaccine to take, (4 more injection). Am i safe.... ????? Or the delay was more?
I am male (21) and was bitten by a street puppy. The wound was very minor on my hand near thumb but blood came out from scratches. It healed after 10 hrs.(i was bitten at midnight. wound healed after the night sleep.) i didn't consult the doctor on day 1. But after many suggestion, i thought of having Vaccine just for the safety purpose. I took Rabipur and TT(titness) vaccine on day 3, about 50hr from the bite. now i have scheduled vaccine to take, (4 more injection). Am i safe.... ????? Or the delay was more?
Wed, 28 May 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
You should take Rabies vaccination as early as possible after bite. Since was exposure was not very high, Vaccination would help you.
If you want to be very sure, you may take Immunoglobulins, that are costly but would provide you best safety against rabies.
If possible keep a watch on the puppy, in case it shows any awkward symptoms, contact the nearest health facility.
This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
You should take Rabies vaccination as early as possible after bite. Since was exposure was not very high, Vaccination would help you.
If you want to be very sure, you may take Immunoglobulins, that are costly but would provide you best safety against rabies.
If possible keep a watch on the puppy, in case it shows any awkward symptoms, contact the nearest health facility.
This is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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