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Tetanus Injection Required or not
I got a tetanus injection in 2019 April during pregnancy. I got cut today with iron knife. Do I need tetanus injection?
Some article says tetanus booster are required every ten years. So not sure.
Also I am on some antibiotic. Is it safe to take injection ?
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You may take if wound is deeper or soiled with dirt.
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The last one should cover up. Mostly not required, unless the wound is large or dirty
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Inj TT 0.5m
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Get inj tt....
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Hello! I understand your confusion as there is a lot of different information on the internet. As per best scientific evidence, your booster dose will give suffiencrt protection. But if the wound is large or has dirt/soil in it you can have another tetanus vaccine. It is safe enough.
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