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2025-02-08 01:52:20
Hi, i dont know if i had tetanus initial vaccination schedule done. I have taken a tetanus shot 5 month back. But yesterday again got cut in iron nail which is dirty with soil. Should i take another tetanus shot?
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First tetanus shot is followed by another injection at 6 months.There is no harm in taking now.The next booster dose could be taken 10 years after the second shot.

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NO NEED .one tetanus shot gives you a cover of 5 years .that is why we have DPT 5 after 5 years for vaccination in children.

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If you haven’t had a recent consultation, we encourage you to book an appointment for a health check-up. Early detection and timely treatment can help prevent complications and keep you in the best of health.

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No need to take Wash wound with saop water
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kindly consult once for discussion

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Clean wound. See doctor ASAP. May need another tetanus shot or TIG depending on history and wound. Don't delay.

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You don't need another dose.

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Not required as you have taken recently TT shots. For further details and advice kindly consult me.

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There is no harm in taking one ample TT in deltoid reason INTRAMUSCULAR.

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The effect of the tetanus vaccine remains for 5 years. You do not need a 2nd dose.

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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

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Not necessarily needed
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable

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Kindly connect.

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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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Need few more details Kindly consult

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You should visit a physician

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Avoid sugar and starch food Walk Do connect and consult

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You need not take now.

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

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