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I was bitten by a non-vaccinated kitten 10+ years ago. bite was on the side of my thumb. i didn't get any shots. will i still get rabies?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No way, no worries: Rabies always starts within a few weeks of a bite or other exposure. There is no chance of it after 10 years. Don't worry about it.

Answered 7/31/2018

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A member asked:

I was bitten by a non-vaccinated kitten 10+ years ago. bite was on the side of my thumb. i didn't get any shots. will i still get rabies?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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