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Rabies

Rabies is caused by viruses belonging to genus Lyssavirus and the family Rhabdoviridae. Transmission of rabies virus usually begins when infected saliva of a host is passed to an uninfected animal. The acute period of disease typically ends after 2 to 10 days. Once clinical signs of rabies appear, the disease is nearly always fatal, and treatment is typically supportive. Post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is indicated for persons possibly exposed to a rabid animal. Possible exposures include animal bites, or mucous membrane contamination with infectious tissue, such as saliva. PEP should begin as soon as possible after an exposure.

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