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Rusty nail wound

2017-12-14 14:43:58
M 8 months pregnanr..received tt vaccine 2 months back..hot small wound due to rusty nail..should I take tt again.
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Once you take tetanus injection it is valid for a period of 6 months usually you need not take it again but however home from iron can cause secondary bacterial contamination if you feel There is pain and redness around the area please visit us
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please keep the wound area very clean apply antiseptic ointment

Answered2017-12-17 05:17:28

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