If you are scratched by a vaccinated cat, you will need an injection. Rabies is a fatal disease. Cats that have been vaccinated against rabies still have the probability of being infected with the rabies virus. If a patient is scratched by a cat that has been vaccinated against rabies and has skin damage such as skin rupture or bleeding, the patient has a higher risk of infection. The probability of being infected with rabies virus, so timely vaccination with rabies vaccine is usually required to prevent rabies virus infection to a certain extent.

What to do if you are accidentally scratched by a cat:

1. Find a running water source immediately and use alkaline cleaning products such as soap to clean it. It is recommended to rinse for a longer time .

2. After cleaning, apply iodophor for disinfection.

3. If the wound is large, it is recommended to go to the hospital for wound treatment.

4. Get rabies vaccine promptly. The best time for injection is within 24 hours after being scratched by a cat.

5. Pay attention to skin care at the vaccination site and keep it dry and clean to avoid infection.