Racoon scratched me, can I get rabies?!


Question: Racoon scratched me, can I get rabies.?
IF a racoon is rabid and it scratches me, could I get infected with rabies.?.?.?.?.?.?.?

Don't worry its dead now :)Health Question & Answer

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I would not take chances and see a doctor today..

Clean the area well with warm soapy water and get to a doctor..Health Question & Answer
Yes you could,even if it's dead..Health Question & Answer
You should go get a rabies shot!!!Health Question & Answer

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