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2020-09-13 09:27:53
I got minor cut on my hand from the pointed tip of a rusted scissor. It bled a little and I cleaned it with dettol. Do I need to get Tetanus injection. I got my last tetanus vaccine 2.5 years before.
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Don't do anything it will heal by itself keep it open keep it dry

Answered2020-09-13 20:15:07

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Wound is quite superficial and clean Just wound care is needed

Answered2020-09-13 13:34:02

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Wash it thoroughly with soap and water. Tetanus vaccination not required if you got it before 2.5 years.
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keep the wound open and watch for increased redness or swelling or discharge from wound.

Answered2020-09-13 09:34:35

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