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Do i need to take tetanus injection

2022-02-05 13:35:13
Doctor i took tetanus injection with 1st dose of  anti rabies vaccine on 15th January 2022 and today on 5th February i got pricked by rusty nail so should i have to take tetanus injection ??
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Answered2022-02-07 07:17:10

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Not  required

Answered2022-02-05 18:40:48

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No not required as first dose will cover your present injury

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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You can complete the course for tetanus vaccine by taking second dose after six weeks then after six months then booster dose every five years
Next Steps
Second dose at the six weeks from 15 Jan
Health Tips
Follow the schedule as advise

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Kindly consult me here or on whatsapp 9971*805905 for detailed evaluation n management Will be happy to help you

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Not required. As the effects of your 1st dose of TT will protect you for almost next 6 months
Next Steps
Apply some antiseptic medication to the wound.
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keep that area dry and do not immerse in water

Answered2022-02-05 13:59:58

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No,since you have took the vaccine recently

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Not required

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