Do I Need a Tetanus Shot After a Minor Pet Bite?
Is it necessary to receive a tetanus shot? Hello, doctor. I was bitten on the fingertip by my pet (a sugar glider) while feeding it at night. The wound is less than one centimeter. I cleaned it with saline solution and wiped it with tissue, and it stopped bleeding. I also applied...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! If you have not received a vaccination in the past 10 years, you may consider getting a booster shot.[Read More] Do I Need a Tetanus Shot After a Minor Pet Bite?
Monkey Scratch Injury: What You Need to Know About Rabies and Tetanus
Injured by a monkey bite? Hello Doctor, I was attacked by a wild monkey in Shoushan, Kaohsiung on December 29, resulting in scratches. The wounds are small; I have two red marks on my shoulder without open wounds but with mild pain, and I suspect I may have a scrape on the back o...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Although Taiwan is currently considered a rabies-endemic area, the outbreak is limited to wild animals such as ferrets and civets, and the likelihood of monkeys in Taiwan contracting rabies is very low. 2. Most injuries from monkey bites primarily require a tetanus vacc...[Read More] Monkey Scratch Injury: What You Need to Know About Rabies and Tetanus
Is Tetanus Infection a Concern After a Minor Cut?
Possible tetanus infection Hello, Doctor. About two weeks ago, I had a cut approximately 3 centimeters long and less than 2 millimeters deep. Recently, the wound has healed, and there are no visible signs of injury. However, the cutting instrument was not very clean (it had a bit...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Any wound has the potential to become infected with tetanus, but the likelihood varies. Since you were vaccinated against tetanus in childhood and considering the description of your wound, the risk of tetanus infection should be very low. 2. If the back muscle pain is ...[Read More] Is Tetanus Infection a Concern After a Minor Cut?
Is It Safe to Get a Tetanus Booster with a DTaP Vaccine?
Is there any issue with repeated administration of the tetanus vaccine? Because my baby is about to be born, I plan to schedule a vaccination for whooping cough to ensure the baby's health. After inquiring at nearby clinics, I found that only the Tdap vaccine (which includes...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Currently, there is no standalone pertussis vaccine available in Taiwan, so only the combination vaccine can be administered. To protect newborns from pertussis infection, it is still recommended to receive the combination vaccine. Additionally, the likelihood of experienc...[Read More] Is It Safe to Get a Tetanus Booster with a DTaP Vaccine?
Rabies Risk After Cat Scratch: Should You Get Vaccinated?
Rabies issues I would like to ask the doctor, a few days ago, I was scratched by a stray cat in Ita Thao, Sun Moon Lake. The wound is about 0.5 cm and bled slightly. That same night, I received a tetanus shot. After observing the cat for the past few days, it seems to show no sig...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Although Taiwan is currently classified as a rabies-endemic area, the primary animals affected are wild ferrets and civets found in the central, southern, and eastern regions. Stray cats are not commonly known to contract rabies, and since you observed that the stray cat t...[Read More] Rabies Risk After Cat Scratch: Should You Get Vaccinated?
Do You Need a Tetanus Shot for Minor Scrapes? Expert Advice
Whether a tetanus vaccine is needed for a wound or abrasion? Hello, doctor! My mother (under 60 years old) had a motorcycle accident and has a scrape below her knee. There is a red, abraded area, but she says there is no bleeding, and her pants are not torn. The wound is about th...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! You can receive a tetanus vaccine.[Read More] Do You Need a Tetanus Shot for Minor Scrapes? Expert Advice
Understanding Rabies Risk After Cat Scratch: What You Need to Know
Rabies issues I would like to ask the doctor, a few days ago, I was scratched by a stray cat in Ita Thao, Sun Moon Lake. The wound is about 0.5 cm and bled a little. That same night, I received a tetanus shot. After observing the cat for the past few days, it seems to show no sig...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Currently, the rabies outbreak in Taiwan is limited to wildlife. However, due to the bite incident in Fish Pond Township, it is recommended that you seek medical attention immediately and receive the vaccine.[Read More] Understanding Rabies Risk After Cat Scratch: What You Need to Know
Understanding Tetanus Risks After Wound Healing: What You Need to Know
Tetanus Issues Excuse me, doctor. I would like to ask if the wound has healed, does that mean I no longer need to worry about tetanus? Currently, I occasionally feel sharp pains in my abdomen and legs that have lasted for about two days. Is this related to tetanus? Thank you!
Dr. Liu Hongxiang Reply:
Hello, sir: The wound has been healing for several days without redness, swelling, heat, or pain around it, and it is not a puncture wound, so there is no need to worry about tetanus. The occasional cramping pain in the abdomen and legs may be related to neuromuscular issues and ...[Read More] Understanding Tetanus Risks After Wound Healing: What You Need to Know
Understanding Muscle Sensations After Drinking and Infection Risks from Food Utensils
Please ask your question? Hello, doctor. I have two questions to ask. Today, I went out for dinner with my supervisor from work and drank three bottles of beer, approximately 2000ml. After returning home, I felt a strange sensation in my calves, similar to the feeling after exerc...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. The discomfort in your calf is likely related to alcohol consumption. It is recommended to rest and observe your condition, as well as to increase your fluid intake. If the discomfort persists without improvement, seek medical attention. 2. If you are punctured by a dir...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Sensations After Drinking and Infection Risks from Food Utensils
Can You Still Get Tetanus After Wounds Have Healed?
Is it still possible to contract tetanus after a wound has scabbed over or healed? A few days ago, I accidentally cut myself while shaving in the bathroom, resulting in several wounds. However, they are not very deep. I later noticed that the razor was a bit rusty. Given that the...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. The incubation period for Clostridium tetani is approximately 2 to 14 days; however, most cases manifest symptoms around 3 to 6 days. 2. Tetanus bacteria are classified as anaerobic; due to the good blood circulation in the face, the risk of infection is low if your wound is s...[Read More] Can You Still Get Tetanus After Wounds Have Healed?
Should You Worry About Rabies or Tetanus After a Stray Dog Attack?
If attacked by a stray dog, should I be concerned about rabies or tetanus? Hello doctor, I was recently attacked by a stray dog in a rural area of Chiayi, resulting in multiple small wounds that are not bleeding but have broken skin and redness. I have already washed the wounds, ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, bite wounds should be properly treated immediately, and then evaluated by a physician to determine if relevant vaccinations are necessary. The results of rabies surveillance can be referenced from the Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine. Please note...[Read More] Should You Worry About Rabies or Tetanus After a Stray Dog Attack?
Can Applying Ointment on Vaccine Injection Site Affect Efficacy?
After receiving a rabies vaccine or a tetanus vaccine, should I apply ointment to the injection site? Hello, doctor. Last time I asked you whether it is okay to apply anti-inflammatory ointment on the injection site after receiving the rabies or tetanus vaccine, and you said it w...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: The injection site of a vaccine needle is usually very small, so it heals in a short period of time. Therefore, applying an anti-inflammatory ointment on it will not affect the efficacy of the vaccine, and the risk of infections such as cellulitis is minimal.[Read More] Can Applying Ointment on Vaccine Injection Site Affect Efficacy?
Can You Apply Antibiotic Ointment After Rabies or Tetanus Vaccination?
Rabies and Tetanus Vaccines Hello, may I ask if it is okay to apply anti-inflammatory ointment at the injection site after receiving the rabies or tetanus vaccine? Additionally, I would like to confirm if rabies can only be contracted through transmission, and that it cannot occu...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. After receiving a vaccination, it is permissible to apply anti-inflammatory ointment at the injection site to alleviate symptoms such as redness, swelling, heat, and pain. However, for rabies and tetanus vaccines, it is relatively uncommon to experience redness, swellin...[Read More] Can You Apply Antibiotic Ointment After Rabies or Tetanus Vaccination?
Should I Get a Rabies Vaccine After a Possible Dog Encounter?
Should I get the rabies vaccine? Yesterday afternoon, I encountered a family with a little girl walking a small white dog. As I passed by them, I accidentally stepped on something that felt like the dog. At that moment, I felt something under my left foot, but I wasn't sure ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Currently, rabies in Taiwan occurs only in wild animals such as ferrets and civets, and there is no transmission among domestic dogs and cats. If you encountered a pet dog and did not have any obvious external injuries, your risk of contracting rabies is very low. Therefor...[Read More] Should I Get a Rabies Vaccine After a Possible Dog Encounter?
Dog Bite Concerns: Rabies, Tetanus, and Wound Care Explained
Bitten on the hand by my own dog? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask four questions: 1. I was bitten on my finger by my dog around midnight on April 13. The bite site is shown in the photos linked here. There was no bleeding, and I'm not sure if there are other bite marks....
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Currently, rabies in Taiwan only occurs in wild animals such as badgers and civets, and there is no transmission among domestic dogs and cats. Additionally, your pet dog has been vaccinated against rabies, so the likelihood of contracting rabies from being bitten by you...[Read More] Dog Bite Concerns: Rabies, Tetanus, and Wound Care Explained
Do You Need Rabies Vaccination After a Squirrel Bite? Expert Advice
Do you need to get a rabies vaccine if bitten by a wild squirrel? Hello doctor, my 4-year-old son was bitten on his thumb by a wild squirrel in the park. The small wound bled a little, but we cleaned it, and it stopped bleeding afterward. We did not go to the hospital at that tim...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Currently, rabies in Taiwan occurs primarily in wild animals such as ferrets and the Formosan ferret badger, particularly in the central, southern, and eastern regions. Therefore, in the case of your son being bitten by a wild squirrel, there is no need for rabies vaccinat...[Read More] Do You Need Rabies Vaccination After a Squirrel Bite? Expert Advice
Understanding Rabies Vaccination After Animal Bites: A Patient's Journey
Rabies vaccine Hello, Doctor. On March 22, I was bitten by a feral cat (in Yuanli, Miaoli) on my left thumb and right pinky finger. I received a tetanus shot in the emergency room that day and inquired about the need for rabies vaccination. The emergency staff laughed and said it...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Currently, rabies in Taiwan is primarily found in wild animals such as ferrets and civets, particularly in the central, southern, and eastern regions, and there is no evidence of transmission among domestic dogs and cats. Therefore, based on your situation of being bitten ...[Read More] Understanding Rabies Vaccination After Animal Bites: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Monkeypox: Transmission, Prevention, and Relationship Concerns
What is monkeypox? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions: 1. The information online states that monkeypox is primarily transmitted through skin contact. Does this mean that people should avoid touching each other altogether? What about couples, spouses, or caregivers of young c...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! For detailed information, please refer to the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Category/MPage/Qb-Lfz8PNcjdNvrAVNCVtQ. "5. Mode of Transmission (1) Human-to-Human: Monkeypox can be transmitted between individuals through close contact with the lesions, scabs, o...[Read More] Understanding Monkeypox: Transmission, Prevention, and Relationship Concerns
Do I Need Rabies Vaccination After a Dog Bite in Kaohsiung?
If bitten by a dog in Kaohsiung City, is it necessary to receive a rabies vaccine? Hello, doctor. About 20 days ago, I was bitten on my calf by a stray dog in downtown Kaohsiung. I immediately went to the United Hospital for a consultation, and the doctor said I didn't need ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, regarding rabies, you can refer to the guidelines announced by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) (Clinical Management Guidelines for Suspected Rabies or Leptospira Virus Infection from Animal Bites or Scratches) at https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Category/MPage/Ffsf8vPI2ug2_c_s...[Read More] Do I Need Rabies Vaccination After a Dog Bite in Kaohsiung?
Assessing Post-Car Accident Wounds: Inflammation, Healing, and Next Steps
Hello, Dr. Lin, this is the wound from my car accident on the 28th, which was last Saturday? First, the most severe wound on the foot looks like this: https://upload.cc/i1/2023/01/31/fX9E3l.jpg. I'm not sure if this wound is still inflamed or if the scab is not healing well ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Regarding the wound on your foot, based on the image, it appears to still have some inflammation, and there may be some exudate present. However, this should be part of the normal healing process. It is recommended to continue regular dressing changes and not to use a...[Read More] Assessing Post-Car Accident Wounds: Inflammation, Healing, and Next Steps