Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Was standing on a boat a couple weeks ago and felt a drop of something onto an open scratch on my hand , could if possibly been bat saliva? from a feeding bat by the light?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Not likely: Unless there was a high density of bats that you have seen around at the time, it would be highly unlikely.
Answered 4/25/2020
81 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
If I were bitten or scratched by a rabid bat on the head or hand a month ago, would I most likely have symptoms by now?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Biking out on a sunny day, it didn't rain recently. A drop of liquid fell from a tree. Unknown source. I'm worried if it could be a rabid bat saliva?
Coming back from work on a sunny day. It didnt rain recently. A drop from tree fell into my eyes. Unknown source. Could it be bat saliva?
While playing basketball, my friend's nail scratched my hand and bled. my friend loves cats and he has a cat at home. Could it be that the saliva left over from a cat he was petting got into my bloodstream?
Woman gave food to stray dog. after had saliva from dog in her hands. After 5 minutes i handshake with her. I had open wound in hand. Rabies risk?
My son has lot of dried scratches on hands and legs. If his scratches come in contact with neighbour's dog saliva while playing, can it cause rabies?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
