A 32-year-old male farmer from a remote village presented to the local clinic with complaints of fever, headache, and muscle weakness. Four weeks prior, he was bitten on the hand by a stray dog while working in his field. The wound, though initially painful, was not properly treated, as the patient believed it would heal on its own.

After a week of minor discomfort, he began experiencing intermittent bouts of agitation, difficulty swallowing, and hypersalivation. His family noted that he had become irritable and increasingly afraid of water, avoiding drinking even small amounts. As his symptoms worsened, he developed episodes of confusion and hallucinations.

Upon arrival at the clinic, the patient exhibited signs of encephalitis, including disorientation, hyperactivity, and periods of extreme anxiety. The healthcare provider recognized the possibility of rabies based on the patient's history of an untreated dog bite and the progression of neurological symptoms. Unfortunately, the patient had not received post-exposure prophylaxis at the time of the bite.

Despite supportive care, the patient's condition deteriorated rapidly, and he succumbed to the infection within a few days. The case underscores the critical need for early medical intervention and vaccination in animal bite incidents, particularly in rural areas with limited access to healthcare.