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2018-03-30 02:15:32
I recently got a tetanus booster, and I wanted to know how soon it goes into effect. I'm getting an ear pierced soon, and I need to know if I should wait before doing that or if I'm already covered.
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no need to wait.  tetanus inj work for 6 month.

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Please If you previous vaccination of tetanus toxoid, you are already protected at present After vaccination, 3days are needed to develop immunity

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