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Dog bite on leg
In mid of February 2020, I was bitten by the dog, after this incident I took 4 injetcion from government hospital on alternate days .Today again same dog bite me on my leg. Should I take injection again?
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Yes you have to take booster dose
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Visit the nearby hospital as soon as possible for 2 booster doses.
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Wash or rinse the wound thoroughly.
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General measures for dog bite:
1)If you got bitten by a dog wash that area with bath soap and show the wound in running water for a few mins
2)Then immediately report to the hospital nearby and take the treatment
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Report to the hospital immediately
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Depends on what injections you got. I would say there is nothing to be worried about if you had your shots last month. Also, stay away from that particular dog!
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Dr. A K Handa
Internal Medicine
32 yrs exp
Pune
Please consult a general physician. I would be offering consultation for gastro related problems.
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