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Got cut on a forearm by a stainless steel knife . The cut is not deep and the bleeding has stopped.  Should I cover the wound or leave it open ? Should I get a tetanus shot ?
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its safer to get TT injection, open wound have more chances of injection so should be dressed properly consult surgeon
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