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Medical Conditions - Rabies

Rabies is a viral infection, which spreads to human if an infected animal like a dog bites you. When the virus enters our body, it reaches the brain through the peripheral nervous system, where it causes inflammation of the brain. This inflammation can result in coma and death.

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Can rabies spread through water contaminated by a dog?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your history and can understand your concern. You can not get rabies that way.

Is rabies vaccine needed if a dog jumped on a toddler?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. With my specialty being that of a pediatrician, I am well aware of your worries.

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How to reduce rabies risk in children after a bite?

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Does rabies virus survive in sunlight outside host?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The rabies virus is not very robust under external environmental conditions. Direct sunlight and a lack of humidity are very deleterious to its survival.

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Can one get infected with rabies even after post-exposure vaccination and the condition of the pup being normal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to extend a helping hand to you. Being a microbiology student yourself, you might know things well. The answers to your questions are as follows: 1.

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Does having cat-licked food lead to rabies infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Rabies is spread by contact with the saliva of the infected animal.

Will having unprotected sex with dog cause rabies?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Rabies can spread sexually but your symptoms do not classically point towards rabies infection.

Should I restart the rabies vaccine after another cat scratch?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. No need to restart the schedule. Take your second dose as per the schedule.

Do I need PEP for my possible rabies exposure?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I can understand why this situation feels worrying, especially given the uncertainty in your memory.

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Is anti-rabies vaccine required for cut in finger by a baby mouse?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.No, your wife does not need the anti-rabies vaccine.

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