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A member asked:
I was bitten by a stray dog 4 days ago. i washed wound with soap. same soap was used by my friend 5 minutes later. any chance rabies can affect my friend?
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No chance.: Rabies virus has to enter directly into tissue, so skin contact won't spread it. You, on the other hand, may want to seek medical attention for yourself.
Answered 4/25/2014
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