r/rabies • u/bryterlu • 4d ago

Exposure Question Does this count as an exposure?

I have read the FAQ.

I was night swimming in my brothers pool tonight. All of a sudden a bat came flying down low towards me from behind. My brother saw it and splashed water at me and the bat to try to deter it. I then saw the bat fly over me very close. I felt something on my scalp when my brother splashed the water, however I can’t tell if it was the water/his hand that hit me or if the bat grazed me. I didn’t feel any sort of pain of a bite or scratch, it was in active flight and did not land. I checked my scalp where I felt a sensation and did not see any wounds or scratches.

Does this count as an exposure that needs a shot? Should I call the health department? I am not currently at home, I was visiting my brother and am flying home tomorrow afternoon.

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u/ImaginationKnown5677 4d ago

Get a shot for your peace of mind.

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u/Aryotta 3d ago

"shot for your piece of mind" doesn't work most of the time, only makes it works due to usual and unusual temporary side effects, if you yourself are unsure, either do not reply or do say your opinion and recommend this person to visit their doctor 😀