- Male
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really concerned about my situation here. I was bitten by a street cat before and went through the full rabies vaccination series of 5 doses. Then, 6 months later, the same cat bit me again, and I got 3 more doses of the vaccine. Now, if this same cat bites me once more just 2 months after my last rabies shot, do I need to get vaccinated again? If so, how many doses would be necessary? Also, just to mention, the cat hasn't been vaccinated. What should I do?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
After two previous bite incidents and vaccination series, if bitten again by the same unvaccinated cat, you'll likely need a booster dose. Here's a general guideline:
Consult a Doctor Immediately
- Report the incident and previous vaccination history.
- Discuss the need for a booster dose.
General Recommendations
- If the previous vaccination series was completed (5 doses), a booster dose of 1-2 injections might be sufficient.
- If the incident occurs within 2 months of the last vaccination dose, a booster dose might not be necessary.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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