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A member asked:
I was scratched by a kitten 11days before. its bleeding. that cat was only got 1.shot of vaccine. the cat still alive now. do.i need get vaccine.too
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Do not worry: You will not get any serious disease, other than local infection.
Answered 11/21/2014
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You should be ok: a cat scratch is usually harmless regardless of vaccination status. Reasons to see a doctor are severe pain and swelling at the site or a fever.
Answered 11/21/2014
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