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Does taking the rabies vaccine cause flu and headaches?

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Published At January 15, 2023
Reviewed AtJanuary 29, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have issues with maxillary sinusitis, a nasal polyp, and chronic hepatitis B. A monkey had scratched me. The scratch was on the thumb of my right hand, which was not deep and covered only a 2 mm area with minor bleeding, which was not even flowing out of the wound. I was given a rabies vaccine on days one, three, and seven. My last dose of vaccine is due in 28 days. After taking the rabies vaccine, I have had persistent flu and headache for the past eight days. Why so?

Kindly help.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

I understand your concern. I appreciate that you have taken the rabies vaccine, as most people deny it and avoid taking the shot. Also, having a fever and headache following vaccination is normal. So do not worry about that. Also, I would like to clarify that, regardless of the monkey's health, you must take the last dose and complete the vaccination course, as it is mandatory.

I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty
Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Venereology

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