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Family Medicine (Expert Forum)
risk for rabies exposure?
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin Pho, MD
Boston - MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, May 10, 2007 12:00AM
, May 10, 2007 12:00AM
Almost all cases of rabies comes from a bite. In rare cases, it can be transmitted via transplantation of tissue from a donor with unrecognized rabies. I am not aware of cases of airborne exposure.
If there is a possibility of a bite, then I would consider rabies prophylaxis. If not, then the possibility of rabies is less likely.
I would discuss this with your personal physician.
Followup with your physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
If there is a possibility of a bite, then I would consider rabies prophylaxis. If not, then the possibility of rabies is less likely.
I would discuss this with your personal physician.
Followup with your physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
