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Before the rabies virus passes the blood-brain barrier, how come the body does not destroy it?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Only if immune: This will only happen if you have previously been immunized and have antibodies to the virus.

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Answered 4/27/2020

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A member asked:

Before the rabies virus passes the blood-brain barrier, how come the body does not destroy it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Ali agreed

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