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Tetanus shot

2023-04-17 21:35:50
On Sunday 16th april i got prickled by a nail while playing cricket and i havent taken a tetanus shot yet.do i need to worry about the tetanus ?
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Have you taken dT vaccine in the recent past? If not do take a dT vaccine.

Answered2023-04-17 23:40:52

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Get tetvac imediately

Answered2023-04-17 21:59:30

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Get one now

Answered2023-05-04 20:14:57

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

Answered2023-04-19 12:32:37

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Get it immediately.

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Immediate after wound is recommended not at anymoment you remind something and put here 

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You shouldn't have neglected it , anyway , you can take it , and just pray , that everything remain well...

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You should take vaccine if you haven't taken TT vaccine in the past of 6 month.
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Validity of TT vaccine is 6 month.
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Keep record of any vaccination.

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Get vaccinated

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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