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Tetanus injection for clean cut
I have been taking TT injections each year since 2015 (except during the covid period)
I had taken the last TT injection on 22 jan 2025...before that, Feb, 2024....
does so many frequent TT vaccines cause any overdose or other adverse effect on my body..?
I had a cut today in the morning at 11 am, in my finger from a brand new stainless steel scrubber (used in washing utensils).. cut is not little deep.. )
Do I need to take TT injection?... Kindly advice
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There's no side effects in taking injections, as the time period between the vaccine is 1yr
No need vaccination for this cut
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no need to take tetanus vaccine again
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No you don't need another TT now
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No need as your antibodies levels seems to be above the titre Given the frequency in which you take these injections
Also the cut was from a fresh and clean object
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No need for any booster dose till 5 years
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Dr. Akella Mannoj Karthhek
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You don’t need a TT injection now and for another 5 years
A single dose of TT injection will provide you immunity coverage for at least 5 years
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Once you take a TT injection, it provides immunity for at least 5 years. So you don't need to take it so frequently.
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Only needed if more than 5 year have elapsed
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Not necessary.
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You only need a booster every 5 year.
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No need
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In my opinion
You mentioned that your last TT (Tetanus Toxoid) injection was taken on 22 January 2025, and before that in February 2024.
A TT booster generally provides protection for at least 5–10 years. Therefore, since your last dose was less than a year ago, you are already protected and do not need another TT injection for this new injury.
Regarding your cut:
Since it was caused by a brand-new stainless steel scrubber and the cut is not deep, the risk of tetanus infection is very low.
You should simply clean the wound thoroughly with soap and water, apply an antiseptic (like Betadine or Savlon), and keep it covered.
Watch for signs of infection such as redness, swelling, pain, pus, or fever. If any of these develop, see a doctor for local wound care or antibiotics.
About frequent TT injections:
Taking extra TT shots (even a few within a year) does not cause overdose or any serious harm. The most you might experience is mild pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site — nothing systemic or dangerous.
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✅ No TT needed now (last dose Jan 2025 is sufficient)
✅ Keep the wound clean and dry
✅ Seek medical attention only if infection signs appear
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You don't need to take any vaccine as you're covered by past doses and it's a cut by clean instrument
No documented adverse effects of taking more vaccines but why even take it regularly if not you have an Ocd which needs to be treated promptly
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Avoid needless vaccinations
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Tt immunization program
First dose in one month
Second dose in Second month.
Third dose after six months.
It protect u for one year.
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It's ok.
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No need
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Dr. Shivani B
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There r no side effects
Since it's less than 5yrs no need to repeat tt injection
Wash wound with clean water thoroughly
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Need few more details
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