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Doubt regarding scratch from human nail
I got a scratch from human nails yesterday..I washed it and now I am afraid of being infected.. should I take tetanus shot and rabies shots??..what will happen if he touches any animal saliva before scratching me by mistake?
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
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U need to take inj TT and soap wash is the main importance...do consult
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Dear Patient,
Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding the scratch from human nails. While it is good that you washed the scratch promptly, it is important to consider the risk of infection, including tetanus and, in rare cases, rabies if there was potential exposure to animal saliva.
A tetanus shot is generally recommended if you haven't had one in the last 10 years or if the wound is deep or contaminated. Rabies vaccination is typically not necessary for scratches from human nails unless there is a confirmed exposure to rabies through animal saliva.
To ensure your safety and to address any potential risks, I strongly recommend that you schedule a consultation with me. We can review your medical history, assess the scratch, and determine if any additional vaccinations or treatments are necessary.
Please feel free to reach out to me on WhatsApp at eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two to schedule an appointment or discuss your concerns further.
Take care .
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OK AGAIN AN OCD GUY.
BETTER GO FOR TT SHOT.
DON'T GO OUT TILL IT HEAL OR APPLY BAND AID.
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Apply some antiseptic over there.
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Kindly connect
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take antirabies vaccine.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Javed Akhtar
General Medicine
4 yrs exp
Guwahati
Inj TT
Better safe than sorry
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Dr. Shruti Goswami
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Pune
Yes you may take TT injection precautionary
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