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Walking around at a park, unsure if dog contact happened by passing through touching, sniffing, or nose touching arm with open mouth. daughter has tiny bug bite scab on arm. is this type of contact a risk for rabies? dog was on a leash, unknown owner?
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Rabies transmission is not possible in above circumstances. Check cdc.gov which has reliable information regarding rabies transmission. Talk to your doc about your fears as health related anxiety is likely.
Answered 7/24/2023
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