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Stepped on rusty nail
I stepped on a rusty nail 7 days ago.
Now the back of my ankle and a bit up my calf is very sore . especially trying to walk.
It doesnt hurt to touch.
Not sure when last tetnus shot was . probably 10 yrs or so.
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You needs antibiotic, with or without exploration and debridement.
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Dr. K Shanmuganandan
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Pl get tetanus injection
Pl show to doctor
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