What you need to know about Rabies Exposure?
Ensure your pets, especially cats and dogs, receive regular rabies vaccinations. This is crucial for their health and reduces the risk of rabies transmission to humans.
After a potential exposure, observe the biting animal for 14 days. Healthy animals typically do not show signs of rabies during this period. If the animal remains healthy, it is unlikely to have transmitted rabies.
Watch for any changes in the behavior of the animal. Signs of rabies can include aggression, excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, staggering, paralysis, or unusual shyness.
If the animal dies within 2 weeks of the bite or exposure, notify your healthcare provider immediately. The animal should be tested for rabies to determine the risk and necessary follow-up actions.
Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water.
Seek medical attention immediately. A healthcare professional will assess the risk and decide if post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is needed.
Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions to complete the full rabies vaccination series. This is critical for preventing the onset of rabies.
Ensure your pets, especially cats and dogs, receive regular rabies vaccinations. This is crucial for their health and reduces the risk of rabies transmission to humans.
Medical Center Taguig is an accredited Animal Bite Center. For inquiry please call us at (02) 8888-6284 local 8110 or 8111 or visit at Ground Floor Emergency Room.
