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4 hours ago
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Request for Follow-Up on Rabies Vaccination - #15582

Christia

On November 5, I was accidentally scratched by my dog, who had not been vaccinated. I received the first dose of the rabies vaccine on November 7. The second dose was scheduled for November 11, but unfortunately, I was unable to follow up due to financial constraints. On November 14, I sustained minor scratches on my hand from a newborn kitten that came from a stray cat. I would like to resume my rabies vaccination and receive the second dose tomorrow, November 18. As the course requires a total of three doses, I would like to ask if it is possible to extend or adjust the vaccination schedule due to this recent incident. Thank you very much for your guidance.

Age: 20
Chronic illnesses: None
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Dr. Arsha K Isac
I am a general dentist with 3+ years of working in real-world setups, and lemme say—every single patient teaches me something diff. It’s not just teeth honestly, it’s people… and how they feel walking into the chair. I try really hard to not make it just a “procedure thing.” I explain stuff in plain words—no confusing dental jargon, just straight talk—coz I feel like when ppl *get* what's going on, they feel safer n that makes all the difference. Worked with all ages—like, little kids who need that gentle nudge about brushing, to older folks who come in with long histories and sometimes just need someone to really sit n listen. It’s weirdly rewarding to see someone walk out lighter, not just 'coz their toothache's gone but coz they felt seen during the whole thing. A lot of ppl come in scared or just unsure, and I honestly take that seriously. I keep the vibe calm. Try to read their mood, don’t rush. I always tell myself—every smile’s got a story, even the broken ones. My thing is: comfort first, then precision. I want the outcome to last, not just look good for a week. Not tryna claim perfection or magic solutions—just consistent, clear, hands-on care where patients feel heard. I think dentistry should *fit* the person, not push them into a box. That's kinda been my philosophy from day one. And yeah, maybe sometimes I overexplain or spend a bit too long checking alignment again but hey, if it means someone eats pain-free or finally smiles wide in pics again? Worth it. Every time.
2 hours ago
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Hello Christia,

If someone misses a scheduled rabies vaccine dose, the usual approach is to give the missed dose as soon as possible and continue the series.

The rabies vaccine schedule is fairly flexible, and short delays do not usually require restarting the entire series. But , in your case; 🛑Your scratch from a newborn kitten from a stray mother could be considered a higher-risk situation, because the animal’s rabies status is unknown and cannot be observed.

So have to determine if you still need RIG,which is time sensitive.

The decision depends on your wound type, timing, and the animals involved

This cannot be safely answered without an in-person evaluation.

🛑 Extending is sometimes okay, but not always, Need in person consultation for your case. For that please consult a physician or ER immediately.

I trust this helps 🛑Please dont delay the treatment Thank you

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