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Tetanus Required?
I was travelling and got scratched while getting off an auto due to a part sticking out. It was metal and likely iron. It isn't a deep cut but it did slightly bleed. I cleaned it with dettol. I got a tetanus shot in July 2025. Do I need to get it again?
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Please contact, you might need one tetanus shot .
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Better take tetanus shot.
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No, she does not need another tetanus shot.
Consult for further evaluation and prevention
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There is no need to take tt again .
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According to guidelines from the CDC you do not need another tetanus shot at this time.
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Monitor the Wound keep an eye out for increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or pus.keep the area clean and dry. You can apply an antibiotic ointment and cover it with a clean bandage.
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Consult a Doctor if The wound does not heal, begins to show signs of infection, or if you develop a fever.
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Yes u need tt
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
One dose gives protection for 5 years
You need not worry
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Dinesh Mehta
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3 yrs exp
Jaipur
No need upto 5 years.you are safe.
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