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What are the symptoms associated with rabies?
Early symptoms of rabies may include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Agitation
- Confusion
- Hydrophobia (fear of water)
- Difficulty swallowing
- Muscle spasms
- Paralysis
As the infection progresses, symptoms may become more severe and include:
- Hallucinations
- Delirium
- Coma
- Death
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, so it is important to seek medical attention immediately if you have been exposed to the rabies virus.