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2021-05-19 06:16:28
My 3 year son fell and had an abrasion in right elbow. Should i give a tt injection now or no need until 5 years? Kindly share your knowledge doctors. Thankyou.
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Hello. If ur son is vaccinated at 18 months for Tetanus, then no need to give TT injection. If u can share the picture of injury sustained by him it would be further better.

Answered2021-05-19 06:29:53

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If vaccination status is upto date then child does not require.

Answered2021-05-19 06:29:52

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