Rabies Flashcards
1
Q
What is the incubation period ?
A
2 weeks
2
Q
What are the notable signs and symptoms ?
A
Overproduction of tears and saliva.
Hydrophobia.
Malaise, fever and headache.
3
Q
How do you treat it ?
A
Human Rabies Immunoglobulin (HRG)
4+ doses of the rabies vaccine over 14 days.
4
Q
How do you test for rabies ?
A
PCR of saliva
CSF
