Hello Doctor. I have got a pint-sized bite in my nose by my cousin s dog. Though no bleeding was there but i saw a less than pinch blood when i inserted my finger into my nose. The dog was vaccinated. Moreover i have already taken anti tetanus and 5 anti-rabies dose 1 month before after getting a stray dog bite. So do i have to take anti rabies injection further? Please Help.
Hello Thanks for writing to ChatDoctor1. Just check with the veterinary doctor if the dog is completely immunized for rabies2. If you have taken the whole course of rabies just 1 month ago that would be enough, no need of further dosages3. Still observe the dog for 10 days, If dog develops any symptom of rabies I advise to take anti rabies immunoglobulin in and around the site of bite/scratch. Discuss this with your doctor and then decide.  Hope I have answered your query. Get well soon.