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A few bruises ..should he take tetanus
63 diabetic male fell on escalatorand has cuts on leg and arms , a little bleeding and stopped immediately .. should he take tt injection .. he had last taken tt 1 within a year .
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Clean the wound and apply antiseptic on it.
Keep changing the dressing.
No need to take TT injection.
Take care.
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Should take.
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Receiving one TT injection within the last year does not necessarily mean he has completed the primary vaccination series. Confirm whether he received at least 3 appropriately spaced tetanus-containing vaccine doses.
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Wash the cuts thoroughly with clean running water or saline and remove visible dirt.
Examine the wounds for depth, foreign bodies, ongoing bleeding and possible fractures.
Because he is 63 and diabetic, arrange prompt clinical assessment, especially if the wounds are deep or contaminated.
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Mr. Arijit Sinha
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Kolkata
Since he received a tetanus toxoid (TT) dose within the past year, an immediate booster is generally not required for clean, superficial wounds, provided his primary immunization series is complete. However, given his age and diabetic status, wound care must be prioritized—clean the abrasions thoroughly with running water or saline, apply an antiseptic, and keep them dressed to prevent secondary bacterial infection. Please have him evaluated in person by a clinician to verify wound depth, ensure adequate glycemic control, and monitor closely for any signs of infection such as increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or delayed healing.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Take TT booster if not taken in past 6 month
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Since he had a tetanus shot within the past year, another booster isn't needed for this fall. The wound care and infection risk matter more here, especially since he is diabetic.
Next Steps
Clean both cuts well with soap and water, keep them covered, and watch for redness, warmth or more pain over the next few days. Healing can be a little slower with diabetes, so extra hygiene care helps.
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Please see a general physician promptly if the cuts aren't healing within a few days, or if he develops fever, since that can point to infection.
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