Is anti rabies needed for rat bite?

The answer is: it depends.

Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that is spread through the saliva of infected animals. According to the CDC, the rabies virus can be transmitted through the bite of an infected animal, or through contact with the saliva or other bodily fluids of an infected animal.

However, rats are not typically considered to be a high risk for rabies. The vast majority of rabies cases in the United States are caused by bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. However, there have been a few cases of rabies in rats in the United States, so it is important to be aware of the potential risk.

If you are bitten by a rat, it is important to wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention. The doctor may recommend that you get a rabies vaccine if they believe that you are at risk of rabies.

The decision of whether or not to get a rabies vaccine after a rat bite depends on a number of factors, including:

* The type of rat that bit you. Some rats are more likely to carry rabies than others.

* The location of the bite. Bites to the head, neck, or face are more likely to transmit rabies than bites to other parts of the body.

* The severity of the bite. A deep bite or a bite that breaks the skin is more likely to transmit rabies than a superficial bite.

If you are not sure whether or not you need to get a rabies vaccine, it is important to talk to a doctor.