“Should I seek rabies treatment?”
I don't have any symptoms, as it would be too early to tell. I caught a bat in a piece of clothing earlier (bat seemed healthy, but was solo), and released it, then put the piece of clothing back on. About six hours later, I injured my hand moving equipment. I have not been bitten or scratched, simply wounded and possibly had surface contact. Should I seek medical attention, or should I be in the clear?
Female | 36 years old
1 Answer
Maira Jessica Medellin-Peña
Infectious Disease Specialist
I would not worry about rabies, I am more curious about the type of injury to your hand and the condition of the equipment you were moving. For example, if you cut your skin and drew blood and the equipment was dirty or in a place that is exposed to animal feces and you do not have your tetanus vaccine.
