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Needle poked on finger.

2021-08-04 13:09:28
I poked my finger with a sewing needle while taking out something from the box. Will i have to take tetnus?. Will it cause titnus. There was no blood. I retracted my hand fast so it was fast.
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Take tetanus injection.

Answered2021-08-04 17:40:09

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Take inj tt

Answered2021-08-04 14:11:43

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Tetanus toxoid shot 0.5 mg intramuscular should be taken along with complete rescue immunization
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please take the shot and complete the rescue immunization under a physician

Answered2021-08-04 13:22:27

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Nit required

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