I'm really worried and need some advice. My 4-year-old daughter was playing when a monkey grabbed her with its claws. During the escape, she ended up with a minor scratch on her shoulder from the monkey's nails. My wife cleaned the area with Dettol and took her to a local clinic where she got a tetanus shot. Do you think she needs to get an anti-rabies vaccination too?

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Dr Chandra P

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5+ Yrs

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To be on the safer side, it is best to opt to take rabies vaccination also.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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