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Hi, i dont know if i had tetanus initial vaccination schedule done. I have taken a tetanus shot 5 month back. But yesterday again got cut in iron nail which is dirty with soil. Should i take another tetanus shot?
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First tetanus shot is followed by another injection at 6 months.There is no harm in taking now.The next booster dose could be taken 10 years after the second shot.
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NO NEED .one tetanus shot gives you a cover of 5 years .that is why we have DPT 5 after 5 years for vaccination in children.
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If you haven’t had a recent consultation, we encourage you to book an appointment for a health check-up.
Early detection and timely treatment can help prevent complications and keep you in the best of health.
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Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Clean wound. See doctor ASAP. May need another tetanus shot or TIG depending on history and wound. Don't delay.
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Avoid sugar and starch food
Walk
Do connect and consult
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Not required as you have taken recently TT shots. For further details and advice kindly consult me.
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There is no harm in taking one ample TT in deltoid reason INTRAMUSCULAR.
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The effect of the tetanus vaccine remains for 5 years. You do not need a 2nd dose.
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat
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Not necessarily needed
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Kindly connect.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Dr. Shruti Goswami
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly connect
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
No need to take
Wash wound with saop water
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kindly consult once for discussion
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
You should visit a physician
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
You don't need another dose.
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
You need not take now.
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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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