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?? My friend was bitten by a dog on wednesday at 9 pm. But he didn't tell me. He didn't get vaccinated. I ate chowmein with his spoon on friday night. Later I found out that he was bitten by a dog. Do I need an injection? I am very worried about it. Please tell me.
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Relax no need of any injection.
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You don't need any type inj. Your friend is bitten by a dog, but not develop rabies. So same spoon not harm you so you r safe. If he is a friend of yours, it's your duty to convince for vaccine. U r totally safe.
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Usually rabies don’t transmit this way but to be safe vaccination is advisable.
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