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I recently give injection to a rabies patient without glouse. i have cuticle peeling problem in my finger.so i am afraid. at the time she was violent.

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Be immunized: It sounds like it was a significant risk. You should be immunized and double glove. All the best.

Dr Allan agreed

Answered 6/26/2015

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A member asked:

I recently give injection to a rabies patient without glouse. i have cuticle peeling problem in my finger.so i am afraid. at the time she was violent.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Allan agreed

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