After An Animal Bite,
Don't Wait.
Rabies is a serious but preventable disease. If you have been bitten, scratched or exposed to saliva from a potentially rabid animal, prompt medical assessment is important. Shree Polyclinic & Lab provides doctor-guided rabies vaccination and post-exposure care.
Rabies Protection
Timely wound care, medical assessment and appropriate vaccination can be critical after a possible rabies exposure.
A Bite Can Be Small. The Risk Shouldn't Be Ignored.
Rabies is preventable when appropriate post-exposure care is started promptly after a possible exposure.
If you have been bitten or scratched by an animal
Immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and plenty of running water and seek medical assessment as soon as possible. Do not wait for symptoms to appear before seeking care.
Rabies Is Preventable
Appropriate post-exposure management can help prevent rabies after a potential exposure. The treatment required depends on the nature of the exposure and previous vaccination history.
What Happens After an Animal Bite?
Not every animal bite carries the same risk. A healthcare professional should assess the animal involved, the type and location of the exposure and whether the skin was broken.
Depending on the exposure, treatment may include wound care, rabies vaccine and, for certain higher-risk exposures, rabies immunoglobulin.
Treatment decisions should be made by a qualified healthcare professional. Do not delay medical assessment simply because the wound appears small.
At Shree Polyclinic & Lab, our healthcare team can assess your exposure and guide you regarding the appropriate vaccination and follow-up schedule.
What Should You Do After a Bite or Scratch?
Take the right steps immediately after a possible rabies exposure.
Wash the Wound
Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and plenty of running water as soon as possible.
Do Not Ignore Scratches
Scratches or minor wounds can also require medical assessment depending on the exposure.
Seek Medical Advice
Get evaluated promptly to determine whether rabies post-exposure prophylaxis is required.
Complete the Recommended Course
If vaccination is recommended, follow the schedule advised by your healthcare professional.
Don't Wait for Symptoms
Once clinical rabies symptoms develop, the disease is almost invariably fatal. Prevention after exposure is therefore extremely important.
Need Vaccination at Home?
Ask our team about home vaccination services in Bangalore, subject to vaccine availability, clinical suitability and medical assessment.
Know Your Rabies Protection Options
Rabies vaccination may be recommended before exposure for selected high-risk individuals or after a potential exposure. The exact schedule depends on individual circumstances.
💉 Rabies Vaccination Overview
Your doctor will determine the appropriate vaccination plan based on your exposure and previous rabies vaccination history.
| Type of Protection | Who May Need It? | When? | Important Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-Exposure Prophylaxis | People exposed through a bite, scratch or other potentially infectious animal exposure. | As soon as possible after a suspected exposure. | Requires medical assessment. Vaccine and other treatment may be recommended depending on exposure. |
| Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis | Selected people with ongoing or increased occupational or other exposure risk. | Before potential exposure. | Schedule and need should be determined by a healthcare professional. |
| Previously Vaccinated | People who have previously completed an appropriate rabies vaccination course. | After a new exposure if indicated. | Management can differ from that of someone who has never been vaccinated. |
| Rabies Immunoglobulin | Certain people with higher-risk exposures. | When indicated as part of post-exposure management. | It is different from rabies vaccine and is used according to clinical assessment. |
Rabies Vaccination Enquiry
Tell us about the animal exposure or vaccination requirement. Our healthcare team will contact you regarding medical assessment, vaccine availability and appointment details.
Rabies Questions Answered
Important information about animal bites, rabies vaccination and post-exposure care.
Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and plenty of running water as soon as possible. Then seek medical assessment promptly to determine whether rabies post-exposure prophylaxis is required.
A scratch can sometimes represent a rabies exposure, depending on whether the skin was broken and the circumstances of the contact. A healthcare professional should assess the exposure rather than assuming that a small scratch is harmless.
Rabies can often be prevented after a potential exposure when appropriate post-exposure management is started promptly. Depending on the exposure, this may include wound care, rabies vaccine and, when indicated, rabies immunoglobulin.
Information about the animal's vaccination status can be relevant, but it should not be used as the only reason to avoid medical assessment. A healthcare professional can evaluate the complete exposure and advise appropriate management.
Management after a new exposure can differ for people who previously completed an appropriate rabies vaccination course. Tell your healthcare professional about all previous rabies vaccinations so the correct plan can be determined.
Pre-exposure rabies vaccination may be recommended for selected people with an increased risk of exposure, such as certain occupational or travel groups. A healthcare professional can determine whether it is appropriate for you.
No. Do not wait for symptoms. After a potential rabies exposure, seek medical assessment promptly. Once clinical rabies symptoms develop, the disease is almost invariably fatal.
Yes. Children can receive rabies post-exposure prophylaxis when indicated. After an animal exposure, seek medical assessment promptly regardless of the person's age.
Animal Bite? Don't Take a Chance.
Get prompt medical advice and find out whether rabies vaccination or other post-exposure treatment is recommended for your situation.