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Tetanus inj

2018-05-15 01:53:57
Is tetanus inj validity for 3 months i have taken it 2months and 18 days ago and slightly scratched by a aluminium strip 2 days ago will i have to take inj again
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Hello, No you don't need to.ok.

Answered2018-05-15 10:07:56

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No you wouldn't require a TT injection as you're currently covered by the previous tetanus injection.
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Wash the wound thoroughly with an antiseptic and keep the wound clean.

Answered2018-05-15 08:47:49

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