Hi Doc, My brother-in-law was bitten by a stray dog on 18 September, 2014. There were three teeth incisions on his leg. He has taken a tetanus injection the following day. On going to the hospital, he was informed that the anti-rabies injection was not available. It would be available after the 25 September. Is it okay to wait for so many days or should we proceed for private medical assistance??? Please advise asap. Thanks.
Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that rabies vaccine should be taken as early as possible. Or in other case you have to wait for 10 days for observation of stray dog. If the dog is normal and there is nothing abnormal you allay worry of rabies. But if during this 10-day period dog shows symptoms of rabies than you should immediately start the rabies treatment. Local wound care is also an important aspect apply Betadine and clean with detail regularly will heal the wound early. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor.