Joshua W. asked

🏥  Medical

As a veterinary technician from Quebec, Canada, with an up-to-date rabies vaccine and a titer of +4IU/ml, I am concerned about a possible exposure to rabies last spring when something flew into me in my shed. My doctor said I had nothing to worry about, but I would like to understand if my current antibodies could protect me if I were to develop rabies after a few months or years. Additionally, if I were to be exposed to rabies in the future without receiving supplementary vaccination, would I still be protected by my current vaccine?

April 3rd, 2024

Sarah G. answered

The average incubation period for rabies is one to three months, making it highly unlikely that you ...

April 3rd, 2024

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