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15 March 
17-year-old reportedly did not complete rabies vaccination course after dog bite; infection spreads to brain, say doctors
Mirzapur: A shocking health incident has been reported from Mirzapur, where a 17-year-old boy developed severe symptoms of Rabies months after being bitten by a dog. Doctors say the infection worsened because the teenager did not complete the full course of the Rabies Vaccine.
Dog Bite Incident Four Months Ago
According to reports, the teenager was bitten by a dog around four months ago. Medical guidelines require a person bitten by a dog to receive a complete series of anti-rabies vaccinations within the prescribed time to prevent infection.
However, the boy reportedly took only two doses of the vaccine and did not complete the full vaccination schedule, which may have allowed the virus to spread in his body.
Doctors Report Severe Symptoms
Doctors treating the patient said the infection has now progressed to a serious stage. Medical examinations suggest that the rabies virus has affected the brain, leading to severe neurological symptoms and unusual behavior.
Medical experts have expressed concern that rabies in its advanced stage is extremely difficult to treat, and the chances of survival become very low once the infection reaches the brain.
Health Experts Urge Immediate Treatment After Dog Bites
Doctors have once again urged the public to seek immediate medical attention after any dog or animal bite and strictly follow the recommended vaccination schedule to prevent Rabies, which remains a highly dangerous but preventable disease if treated early.
Health authorities advise people to visit a hospital immediately after an animal bite and ensure that all prescribed vaccine doses are completed on time.
