scratched myself with orf vax

The Seeker · May 9, 2020

Managed to cut myself the other week and amongst other jobs I've been scratching lambs with orf vaccine now im thinking that the cut has become "live " much like when you look under a lambs leg after a week or so and see the raised bump from the scratch. Has anyone els experienced a nasty dose of orf on there hands?

The Seeker · May 9, 2020

I should also add that i have been prescribes a course of antibiotics 4 times a day that i started 3 days tho the cut dosent look like its going down, or up its just bit red and looks bit grim. had it not been lockdown i think id have chanced the a&e but like most im trying to avoid that if possible.

Muddyroads · May 9, 2020

Ring 111, it’s not worth the risk not to. If it’s on your hand, you don’t know where else it could go!

ollie989898 · May 9, 2020

Take yourself to A and E. Take the bottle of vaccine, box it was in and any documentation that came with it with you. At the very least I should think a tetanus shot will be in order.

Nobody should be avoiding A and E.

Chopsy Varmint · May 9, 2020

ollie989898 said:
Take yourself to A and E. Take the bottle of vaccine, box it was in and any documentation that came with it with you. At the very least I should think a tetanus shot will be in order.

Nobody should be avoiding A and E.

Good advice and at the moment it's probably the best time to go to A&E as all the time-wasters are too feart and are hiding at home in their bog-roll fortresses.

You won't catch the virus from A&E but you might end up with tetanus, sepsis or even necrotising fasciitis if you don't go, all of which can seriously mess up your day.

Y Fan Wen · May 9, 2020

Mrs Y noticed a red spot on the back of my hand and asked what it was. No idea, couldn't feel anything. Much worse the next day so took it to the doc. ' Oh, that's orf, that is'. Called in his younger partner to see it. Keep it clean and dry and wear gloves in the fold were his instructions. No ointment or pills. ' If you get swelling in the groin or armpits, come back and see me'. All gone in a fortnight. He said I wouldn't get it again and he has been right so far.

Tim W · May 9, 2020

Chopsy Varmint said:
it's probably the best time to go to A&E as all the time-wasters are too feart and are hiding at home in their bog-roll fortresses.

They've taken advice from someone who is very very good at these things & understands more than anyone ...they know Dettol & UV light cures more than any visit to A&E possibly could

The Seeker · May 9, 2020

Ha ok ok joking aside I’ve just spoken with local Gp and explained the orf thing and they have now prescribed two types of antibiotics to target animal related things like orf so fingers crossed - excuse the pun.
Annoyingly it’s more difficult to pop to a&e as I’m in a high risk group / apparently I’m supposed to be self isolated from my family in one room in the house but since lambing was due that could have never been possible. Hasn’t half given me a fright mind. And I’m only 40 !

Chopsy Varmint · May 9, 2020

Tim W said:
They've taken advice from someone who is very very good at these things & understands more than anyone ...they know Dettol & UV light cures more than any visit to A&E possibly could

All those Karens on Facebook are secret squirrel epidemiology and pathology expert consultants in hiding, disguised by day as furloughed car sales receptionists.

yellowbelly · May 9, 2020

If you're a bit squeamish or having your dinner, look away now...........

Mrs YB had it several years ago.

Orf caught from a cade lamb.
If yours is from Scabivax, I presume, as it only gives lambs a mild, controlled dose, you'll get the same??
AB's are no use for orf itself but they will help any secondary infection.

Chopsy Varmint · May 9, 2020

The Seeker said:
Ha ok ok joking aside I’ve just spoken with local Gp and explained the orf thing and they have now prescribed two types of antibiotics to target animal related things like orf so fingers crossed - excuse the pun.
Annoyingly it’s more difficult to pop to a&e as I’m in a high risk group / apparently I’m supposed to be self isolated from my family in one room in the house but since lambing was due that could have never been possible. Hasn’t half given me a fright mind. And I’m only 40 !

If it doesn't improve you could ring the A&E of your choice and explain your isolating predicament. I'd guess they're geared up for such eventualities.

One tip I got from a friend who had an arm infection from a cat bite was to circle it with a marker pen so she could let the doctor know how much it was spreading or receding over a 24hr period and he could then judge whether the antibiotics were sufficient or it needed further treatment.

Chopsy Varmint · May 9, 2020

yellowbelly said:
If you're a bit squeamish or having your dinner, look away now...........

Mrs YB had it several years ago.
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Orf caught from a cade lamb.
If yours is from Scabivax, I presume, as it only gives lambs a mild, controlled dose, you'll get the same??
AB's are no use for orf itself but they will help any secondary infection.

That looks sore, although that last photo is ripe for a good picking.

Mickstup · May 9, 2020

I was told years ago, treat it, it'll last 3 weeks, don't treat it, it'll last 21 days.

The Seeker · May 9, 2020

Just thought I’d add a photo it’s not grown in size really it’s just been like that for 5 days the cut was 2 weeks ago. Like I said the new gp I spoke with at lunch has upped the antibiotics a fair bit

The Seeker · May 9, 2020

Chopsy Varmint said:
That looks sore, although that last photo is ripe for a good picking.

How’s you finger now ?

yellowbelly · May 9, 2020

The Seeker said:
Just thought I’d add a photo it’s not grown in size really it’s just been like that for 5 days the cut was 2 weeks ago. Like I said the new gp I spoke with at lunch has upped the antibiotics a fair bit

Another good advert for Tubby FRO buckets

Chopsy Varmint · May 9, 2020

The Seeker said:
How’s you finger now ?

My fingers are all fine thanks.

That photo was Mrs @yellowbelly and I am not she.

AftonShepherd · May 9, 2020

Y Fan Wen said:
Mrs Y noticed a red spot on the back of my hand and asked what it was. No idea, couldn't feel anything. Much worse the next day so took it to the doc. ' Oh, that's orf, that is'. Called in his younger partner to see it. Keep it clean and dry and wear gloves in the fold were his instructions. No ointment or pills. ' If you get swelling in the groin or armpits, come back and see me'. All gone in a fortnight. He said I wouldn't get it again and he has been right so far.

Similar story here although I didn't go to docs as soon and it took a bit longer to clear up completely.

yellowbelly · May 9, 2020

The Seeker said:
How’s you finger now ?

Mrs YB's is fine

andybk · May 9, 2020

yellowbelly said:
If you're a bit squeamish or having your dinner, look away now...........

Orf caught from a cade lamb.
If yours is from Scabivax, I presume, as it only gives lambs a mild, controlled dose, you'll get the same??
AB's are no use for orf itself but they will help any secondary infection.

^^ this ,
we scabivaxed all lambs at a day old for many years (not any more) , had a lot of lambs on a machine , was inevitable i would get infected at some point , first time bit of a nasty bump as pictured , then every year after mild cold like symptoms for a few days (immune respose ) and small itchy spot where entered body through cut etc like a knat bite , went to doctors first time he was quite excited "havnt seen that since i was in new Zealand its a virus and will take its course cover it up, dont get it infected " was advice
Has been like that for last 40 years anyway , Watch your kids and partner

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