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What Causes Numbness In Leg After A Dog Bite?

I was the unfortunate victim of a dog bite in my right calf. I was treated at the local hospital with the appropriate shots, etcs. I am experiencing numbness below my right leg extending to my large toe which awakens me in my sleep. This dog bite occurred 5 years ago. Could I have bacteria from the dog lingering in my system? I feel like I have some type of posion
Mon, 8 Jun 2020
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Hi.
I've gone through your query and I can understand your anxiety.

Most common reported signs of nerve damage after dog bite could be weakness, burning, numbness, tingling Sensation & at the end paralysis.

This means the wound is infected. But in the history you have mentioned that the full doses of vaccines were given.

If vaccines and immunoglobulins were given in correct doses in the exact site, then you can relax as far as rabies is concerned. Also if you have started the treatment immediately or within 7 days of exposure then you are safe.

I advice you to do Physiotherapy & take analgesics for pain. If needed do one nerve study after consulting a physician near by.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Yogapriya V, General and family physician.
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What Causes Numbness In Leg After A Dog Bite?

Hi. I ve gone through your query and I can understand your anxiety. Most common reported signs of nerve damage after dog bite could be weakness, burning, numbness, tingling Sensation & at the end paralysis. This means the wound is infected. But in the history you have mentioned that the full doses of vaccines were given. If vaccines and immunoglobulins were given in correct doses in the exact site, then you can relax as far as rabies is concerned. Also if you have started the treatment immediately or within 7 days of exposure then you are safe. I advice you to do Physiotherapy & take analgesics for pain. If needed do one nerve study after consulting a physician near by. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Yogapriya V, General and family physician.