Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : In a heartbreaking incident from Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, a young Kabaddi player has tragically lost his life to rabies, almost two months after he was bitten by a stray dog while heroically saving a puppy. His death has cast a somber shadow over the community and serves as a devastating reminder of the critical importance of immediate medical attention after animal bites.
The 18-year-old victim, identified as Vishal, was reportedly a talented Kabaddi player with a promising future. The incident occurred approximately two months ago when Vishal intervened to save a small puppy from a larger, aggressive stray dog. In the scuffle, the stray dog bit him. Unfortunately, despite the bite, Vishal reportedly did not seek immediate medical attention, specifically the crucial anti-rabies vaccination (ARV) series, which is essential to prevent the fatal disease.
Rabies is a viral disease that is almost always fatal once clinical symptoms appear. The virus, transmitted through the saliva of infected animals (most commonly through bites), attacks the central nervous system. Crucially, rabies is 100% preventable if post-exposure prophylaxis, including prompt wound cleaning and a course of anti-rabies vaccinations, is administered quickly after exposure.
Vishal reportedly developed symptoms of rabies recently, approximately two months after the bite. These symptoms can include fever, headache, nausea, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, and eventually, hydrophobia (fear of water) and aerophobia (fear of fresh air), leading to paralysis and death. By the time symptoms manifest, it is generally too late for treatment.
His tragic death underscores a severe public health concern in many parts of India, where stray animal populations are high and awareness about rabies prevention and post-bite management remains insufficient. It's a stark reminder that even a seemingly minor animal bite can have fatal consequences if not treated with utmost urgency and proper medical protocol. Authorities and health organizations continue to stress the message: any animal bite, no matter how small, requires immediate washing with soap and water for 15 minutes, followed by prompt medical consultation for anti-rabies vaccination.
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