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2018-09-23 00:50:02
Does tetanus spread by man and woman saliva also ..please answer my question I am confused right now
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Tetanus is not transmitted from person to person. A person usually becomes infected with tetanus when dirt enters a wound or cut. Tetanus germs are likely to grow in deep puncture wounds caused by dirty nails, knives, tools, wood splinters, and animal bites. Women face an additional risk of infection if a contaminated tool is used during childbirth or during an abortion.

Answered2018-09-25 10:36:50

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