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I got scratched by a stray and unvaccinated cat on the lip and it bled a lot that time. Now it has been hurting. Do I need a tetanus shot.
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Yes. Cat iii bite. U will have to take inj arv on day 0,3,7,28. And inj ars (in the wound) within 7 days also inj tt dose if not taken in past 3 months. Kindly consult me for further advice.
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