Hello Doctor. Last January 15 2013, I was bitten by a dog. I finished the whole anti rabies procedure. then, last Tuesday I was bitten again by our dog. I wanted to know if Im required to repeat the whole anti rabies vaccination because it tear my skin and the wounds swelling. Thank you.
Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor Forum. I have gone through your Query & I really appreciate your concern about the problem you are facing. Brief Answer :Yes you need another full course of Anti Rabies Vaccine (ARV)Detailed Answer :As a physician I would like to tell you that one full course of ARV provides immunity of around 2-3 years. As described by you, the wound seems to be of Category-II. So I suggest that you get those ARV and tetanus Shots as soon as possible. ARV schedule is that You will be requiring 5 doses of Raipur on 0, 3rd, 7th, 14th & 28th day. If wound is extensive, human rabies immunoglobulin is also given with first dose. Also, I suggest that you get you dog immunized regularly to be more sure. And have your physician to take a look at wound after which only an antibiotic course could be prescribed by taking into consideration the nature and extension of the wound. Thanks for Trusting & Posting your Query on this forum. Hope this will help you. Feel free to ask any further question. Have a nice Day. Chat Doctor. 