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Tetanus shot required

2021-11-08 11:41:15
If I cut myself while shaving (bleeding), do I need a tetanus shot ? New blades used. Aftershave applied on wound and also used shaving cream.
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As u hav used new blade devoid of soil or rust so no chances of contracting tetanus hence no injection required..just use some antibacterial ointment to keep infection away

Answered2021-11-09 12:42:54

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Take as a precautionary

Answered2021-11-08 17:32:53

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Not required , don’t share your blade with anyone else and use aftershave on your skin , which contains alcohol for disinfection after shaving.

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Yes required . Repeat question

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