A member asked:

I'm terribly afraid of rabies. my dog went after something coming out of the wall and hours later scratched me. up to date on shots. 2 months ago.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It sounds like your: dog is vaccinated. Clean the wound with warm water & soap. Dry. You can apply thin ribbon of antibiotic ointment. Cover. Have you had a tetanus shot in the last ten years?

Answered 9/27/2017

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Dr. Edward Workman answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Probably no worries: The typical incubation period for rabies is 3-8 weeks and you're at the end of the typical period apparently with no symptoms. Sometimes the incubation period can run out many months, but that is atypical relatively rare. Also, you were not directly bitten. The more traumatic & bloody the infection event, the more likely rabies will be contracted. Relax but monitor for fever, headache, nausea.

Answered 7/18/2018

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