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My dog is not vaccnated against rabies. he bit me, after a few hours, there's small amount of pus and its itchy. i had anti rabies before like 6 years?

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Dr. Boris Ripa answered

Usually home pets do: Not have rabies. But could be infected. Clean the wound and start antibiotic.

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree with Dr. Ripa: Additionally when was your last tetanus shot? If it has been over 10 years or you don't know- if would be time for another one. Take care.

Dr Pappas and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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A member asked:

My dog is not vaccnated against rabies. he bit me, after a few hours, there's small amount of pus and its itchy. i had anti rabies before like 6 years?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Boris Ripa answered

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Pappas and 5 doctors agreed

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