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Can i get rabies from a tiny scratch of kitty in my finger?no rabies vac given,only tetanus.that happened 3 years ago.. please help
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No rabies.: Rabies would have manifested within a few weeks if you had contracted it. Since the cat scratched you three years ago, and you did not experience any symptoms, you did not contract rabies.
Answered 8/6/2014
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Rabies risk: The scenario you described carries an extremely low risk for rabies. I would try to calm your fears.
Answered 7/25/2019
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