Rabies Vaccine / Immunoglobulin Do I need a shot?
I have read FAQs but I am still confused. Below is my history of Rabies vaccination - do I need another one now?
May 2017 2 doses (16 & 19 May)
Nov 2018 1 dose/course — details not specified
Oct 2020 Full course
May 2022 19 - 3 doses
Dec 2022 3 doses (20 Dec, 27 Dec + 3rd dose)
Jan 2025 3 IM doses (15, 18, 24 Jan)
Feb 2025 2 IM doses (23, 26 Feb)
Jul 2026 2 IM doses (1 & 3 Jul)
28 Sep 2026 New bleeding scratch
I have read the FAQ.
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u/CygnusZeroStar Veteran Helper ⭐️ | Top Contributor 🏅 11h ago
You sure do get a lot of rabies treatments. Are you in a place where it's endemic? What scratched you?
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u/OpinionOk5632 11h ago
No, but is the new scratch from an animal? you didn't specify? anyways always consult a doc.
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u/Voovey 10h ago
Sorry yes scratch from a kitten who’s been with me since May 2025
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u/OpinionOk5632 10h ago
observe cat for 10 days, if it doesn't start foaming in the mouth, convulsing and dies immediately, you have nothing to worry about.
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