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  • female
  • 25 Years
  • 29/01/2025

Question

I'm really worried about something that happened today. I was walking in the rain and accidentally stepped on a dead mouse. Im not sure, but it seemed like it may have been killed by a rabid dog. Now Im concerned because my shoes touched a lot of things like my car seats, the gearbox, AC control, and even my phone cover, and Ive touched all of these with my hands. After that, I ate and even talked on the phone, holding it close to my face. Could this be a serious health concern, or am I just overthinking things?

Doctor 1

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Its highly unlikely that youre at risk for rabies from this situation. Rabies transmission requires direct contact with infected saliva, usually through bites or scratches, which doesnt seem to have happened here. If youre still feeling anxious, you can consult a healthcare provider, who might give you peace of mind and provide further guidance based on the specific circumstances.

Dr. Mubarak Suggests...

Consult a Infectious Disease specialist

Answered 20 days ago

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