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2022-04-25 21:56:57
I cut my finger with a rusted needle, it was bleeding. I washed the wound immediately with soap, water and antiseptic Dettol solution. I have not recieved the childhood course of tetanus vaccine, but I have recieved atleast 10 tetanus vaccines from 2005 to 2019. I recieved my last vaccine in 2019. Doctors say that the tetanus vaccine validity is only 6 months, but according to some doctors it should not be given for atleast 5 years after the last dosage. Is it necessary to take 1 now? Please advice. Thanks
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Normally it's for 10 years but depends on the extent of the injury.

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Tetanus vaccine is valid for at least 5 years.
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if the wound is small and no bleeding, you can keep it open or a small bandaid can be applied.
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use safety measures when handling sharp objects.

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