This video shows one of the most well-known neurological symptoms of rabies, called hydrophobia. As the rabies virus spreads to the brain, it disrupts the nervous system and causes severe spasms in the muscles responsible for swallowing. Even the sight, sound, or thought of water can trigger intense pain, choking sensations, and panic. The person may desperately want to drink — but their body physically prevents it. Rabies is preventable with early treatment. However, once neurological symptoms
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This video shows one of the most well-known neurological symptoms of rabies, called hydrophobia. As the rabies virus spreads to the brain, it disrupts the nervous system and causes severe spasms in the muscles responsible for swallowing. Even the sight, sound, or thought of water can trigger intense pain, choking sensations, and panic. The person may desperately want to drink — but their body physically prevents it. Rabies is preventable with early treatment. However, once neurological symptoms
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