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@aeiou12345 Please understand that a public discussion like this is read by many people who do not post on Connect, and the conversation is beneficial to everyone. When discussions get longer, members may not see the entire conversation, and that's OK when responding to a post. As volunteers, members are taking the time to provide information that they feel is important and I thank them for that. Talking about rabies is a serious discussion, and I'm glad you asked the question. I always tailor my comments to be inclusive to everyone. It's your choice what you do in your situation. I have asked questions with a state health department and they were very helpful in understanding how much risk is involved regarding a possible encounter regarding rabies. There is no charge for asking questions there, and doctors do recommend making the call if you are concerned. You can describe the details and they can make a recommendation.
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i appreciate that you all are trying to help, but please understand that i cannot afford the vaccine, as it costs roughly $4.5k, and i only make around $650 a MONTH. but i'm not only unsure if my medicaid would help cover it, but also if it would cover ENOUGH of it to not deprive me of food for the next month and change.
also, i have checked in with a nurse(who also happens to be my aunt), and she has told me i should be fine. as have several other people, some of which in this very conversation. lastly, for the sake of clarification, had i the money, time and capability to go to a doctor, i would have simply done so and not made a post here with an obvious throwaway account.
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Jennifer, the mentors offer valuable service in many ways, including cautioning us when we get close to the edge. But, I don't think any of us forget that those asking questions are usually anxious, a little frustrated, and many times on tropic medications.
I appreciate your gentleness with this young, clearly frightened Mayo connector.