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2020-07-18 10:31:30
Hi doc, My son is 3 yr old. Today while playing on table he accidentally put his feet on nail and hurt himself. And a minor cut in the feet thumb nail. Please suggest if he need a tetanus shot. As he already got 3 times DTap shot as per his immuniziation record
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Not required if he had his immunization as per the schedule till date. Check for the 18months booster dose.

Answered2020-07-19 05:58:10

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Has he received  the  1st booster of DPT vaccine  at one and half years of age. Go through  the immunization  card and confirm.  If not received then take it now.

Answered2020-07-18 13:41:05

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No need of tetanus shot... As he is already full immunized with tetanus vaccine...
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If wound is big... Plz do dressing or apply MUPORPCIN ointment at the wound...

Answered2020-07-18 10:39:24

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