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2025-01-18 16:14:58
Doctor, I recently suffered a scratch from a rusty iron in my store room. Since I received my last tetanus shots about five months ago, should I get another tetanus shot as a precautionary measure
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.

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No need for tetanus shot for the next three to five years since last dose

Answered2025-01-19 20:02:35

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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat

Answered2025-01-19 17:19:49

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You can get.but generally one shot give immunity for 1 year Kindly consult with detail history

Answered2025-01-19 11:02:18

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It's as such shedule  who got immunization program. So u can go for.

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Kindly connect Need few more details.

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Do connect and consult

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No need to take it

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It gives protection for 6 months. Pls don't worry.

Answered2025-01-20 07:21:04

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

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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