I'm a bit worried because a monkey just grazed my right hand with its teeth, and there's a small mark, but luckily no blood. I've already gotten a TT shot, but should I also get a rabies vaccine? Can you advise me on what to do next?

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Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

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5+ Yrs

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As a smoker, you're at risk for respiratory issues. The white mucus could be a sign of:

Chronic Bronchitis: inflammation of the bronchial tubes

Smoker's Cough: irritation of the lungs and airways

The black mucus could indicate:

Carbon deposits from smoking

Fungal or bacterial infection (less likely)

Action Plan

Quit smoking: Aim to stop smoking entirely to reduce further damage.

Consult a doctor: Discuss your symptoms with a healthcare professional to rule out underlying conditions.

Get a check-up: Schedule a physical examination, including a chest X-ray and lung function tests, if recommended by your doctor.

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Infectious Disease specialist

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Answered 25/07/2025

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