Rabies symptoms may not show up for months, but when they do, a person is likely to feel like he or she has the flu. A headache, fever, and weakness are generally the first sign of the disease progressing. The place that was bitten is also generally sore, itchy, and may have a prickly feeling. After a few days more serious signs will likely start to occur.

home remedies for rabies in human

Immediately after being bitten, a person should wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water. If it's possible to safely contain the animal that's suspected of having rabies, then the person should do this, but if not, then he or she should try to remember as much about the animal as possible and call authorities to catch it. After washing the wound, the person should see a healthcare professional immediately to see if Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is needed. This usually consists of a series of shots that are administered in the arm. It is important to get medical attention promptly, since the disease becomes incurable once the symptoms start to develop.