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Should I take tetanus

2023-01-06 10:10:22
I broke my skin on a rusty old nail. It stung me but there was no bleeding. I had taken a tetanus shot at the end of September this year, do I need to take one now?
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No need for tt Wound care

Answered2023-01-07 08:50:21

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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2023-01-06 15:27:51

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No. But do proper wound care . Wash with soap and apply t-bact cream thrice daily .make sure no dirt enters

Answered2023-01-06 12:05:40

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No need to take TT now

Answered2023-01-06 11:05:27

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Yes you should. It shall protect for next 10 years.

Answered2023-01-06 11:02:58

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Yes , for more details connect please

Answered2023-01-06 10:50:13

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Connect please

Answered2023-01-06 10:21:16

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Connect please

Answered2023-01-06 10:11:25

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2023-01-07 11:49:29

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U don't need to take

Answered2023-01-07 02:10:42

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No

Answered2023-01-06 13:50:30

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No need to take TT

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No need

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No need

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