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2020-10-18 11:48:25
I have had a wound caused by bike's stand and its oozing. Is tetanus necessary to have? Can it be skipped? I don't remember when was the last time I had the tetanus dose. Can it be dangerous?
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* Wound care, dressing and oral antibiotics to prevent secondary infections if the wound is dirty. * Full course of tetanus Vaccination.
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Consult RMP or Surgeon.

Answered2020-10-18 18:44:11

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Better to take tetanus vaccine and consult a nearest physician to look for wound

Answered2020-10-18 12:08:57

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