Rabies is caused by a rhabdo virus which infects the CNS and salivary glands of wide range of mammals.

It is usually conveyed by saliva through bites or licks on brassions.

Biting animals may be dogs, cats, foxes, or bats

Incubation period 3-7 weeks usually or may be 10 days to several years.

The interval depends on distance of the wound from the CNS because the virus travels in the nerves to brain.

Treatment:

Local treatment of animal bites is thoroughly cleansing, debridement and repeated flushing of wound with soap and water.

Wound should not be sutured.

Prevention:

Vaccination of  animals is the important preventive measure for rabies.