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Scratches given by stray cat
I just got scratched by a stray cat in the chin and slightly in the stomach. Would I need to take any injection in that case?
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Yes.. scratch falls under Category 2
You will require to take ARV.. 4 doses Intradermally.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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See if there is bleeding !
Minor scratches can be treated without even rabies vaccine. For minor scratches please wash the scratches with soap and running tap water for atleast 15 -20 minutes. Apply antiseptic afterward.
For detailed management. Do consult, Thanks.
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Dr. Bisweswar Das
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Kindly consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
CAN HELP YOU KINDLY PROVIDE ME DETAILED HISTORY FOR PROPER DIAGNOSIS AND FURTHER MANAGEMENT
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Dr. Vivek Dasgupta
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bongaigaon
First wash the wound properly with soap water for 15mins.
Then take Rabies injection on Day 0, Day 3, Day 7, Day 14 and Day 28 i.e total 5 doses.
Consult under Practo in case of emergency
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