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Hi! I got bit by a street puppy while I was petting one of the other puppies. It bit around my wrist through my shirt. It pierced my skin. I washed the wound with water and thought it was not a big deal and didn't get vaccinated. This was 1 and a half year ago. Recently I learned more about rabies which got me worried about the old bite. I have not yet experienced any symptoms and I feel fine. Should I be worried? Will getting vaccinated now be of any use? Please respond, thank you.
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Most likely rabies virus was not transmitted to you. However yes, getting vaccinated may be helpful in rare chance that you were infected.
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