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Tetanus shot frequency in duration
"Hi, I would like to know how long a person remains immune after getting a tetanus shot. The internet says the duration is 5 years, but one doctor told me it’s just 6 months. Can someone please confirm this? I got a small wound from a broken key 30 hours ago, but I haven’t gotten a tetanus shot yet, as I had one 2 years ago."
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Hi when did u last get TT dose? Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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5 years
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It may last up to 5-10 years in young and healthy adults.
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Take a glass of milk daily.
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It is 5 years
No need for vaccine again
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5 year
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Hlo sir If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on Whats App at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for al free detailed discussion
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Better go for another shot, as effective immunity may last from 6 months to 12 months.
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5 yrs is not justified.
In India
It's advised after cut or injury by iron or road accident.
Full immunization
One in first month
Second in second month
Third in six month
Protect u for one year.
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Dr. Shivani B
General Practitioner
Bangalore
Actually 5 yrs
Ideally 1 yr
Take 1 tt shot its fine
First wash the wound thoroughly wid water
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
6 months practically
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Dr. Humera Hera
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Ranchi
You dont need another one.. The booster dose is generally recommended every 5 yrs
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clean it with soap and water
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