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I took pep but after 9 months of a cat bite, i am worried of rabies too much. i hv no fever/cold just mild sore throat. can vaccine protect me stil?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Confusing wording: The primary rabies series offers protection from any exposure during the two years after completion.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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A member asked:

I took pep but after 9 months of a cat bite, i am worried of rabies too much. i hv no fever/cold just mild sore throat. can vaccine protect me stil?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Altman agreed

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