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2026-03-22 13:26:23
Good evening sir/ma'am Yesterday I had a cut from a knife when I was slicing watermelon.. Do I need Tetanus injection... The knife was clean no rust ...pls guide me I have an attached pic
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If you had a shot in last 10 years no need. since its a clean cut risk is very low
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Clean the wound with soap and warm water, Apply, an antibiotic ointment, Use a clean bandage.
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Watch for Infection, if you notice spreading redness, warmth, increased swelling, or yellow or greenish pus go to a doctor

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Yes go for tt injection, if you are not immunised with earlier with in 6 months

Answered2026-03-24 16:32:42

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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed discussion

Answered2026-03-24 13:38:48

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Yes u need tt shot

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If no tetanus shot taken in past 1 year, take it.

Answered2026-03-24 04:09:13

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Depends on your past vaccination history. Please consult.

Answered2026-03-23 11:45:24

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Yes , its needed if you not taken previously.

Answered2026-03-23 07:45:24

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If taken TT in last 5 years no need for now . Clean wound with water and apply antiseptic cream muprocion ointment and Tablet paracetamol for pain twice for 2 days
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If not sure of TT vaccination . Can take a booster dose

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

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Need some more details kindly consult

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