Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
A stray dog licked my nine-year-old son. I was not sure what happened, but I took him to the doctor and got him injected. Would the injection cause him some future health issues?
Please advise.
Hi,
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No, the injection will not cause any future issues. Rabies Vaccination Injection is given at the 0, 3, 7, 14, and 21 days after the bite, but consult your nearest doctor and get the vaccine from that doctor. This vaccine should be taken if there is a dog bite or if the dog licks the mucous membrane, such as the nose, eyes, mouth, or wounded skin, or if the dog scratches you.
Wash the wound completely under running tap water with soap for 15 minutes. Watch and observe the dog for a period of 10 days for any unusual behavior, activities, or signs of distress or illness, including death. There are no dietary restrictions before or after the rabies vaccine; vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food is allowed, but do not consume alcohol while under treatment.
Do not receive any other vaccinations, except for tetanus, during the treatment protocol.
Thank you and take care.
Regards.
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Answered byDr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan
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