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Tetanus shot validity problem
This year I already got 4 tetanus shots because of me getting scratched from construction work every time. Now again today I got little scratch and I am thinking to get one more. This is bcoz my friend died 10 year ago with tetanus bacteria. I am really loosing peace of mind since morning.
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If your last shot within 6 months duration then you don’t require a shot.
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No need for any more Tetanus shots for a year .
Also apply antiseptic cream on the scratch like t bact or soframycin or betadine.
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No problem
You can take
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If you didn't take within recent 6 months, just take it. Otherwise it's not needed.
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Don't get anxious.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
11 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
No need with in a year
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
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10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
When did you take the last shot?
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
13 yrs exp
Belgaum
No need to take nw ,it gives protection for five yrs
Consult online
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Dr. Danish Khan
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
One TT shot will give cover for 1 year
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Dr. Valli Ponsing
General Physician
11 yrs exp
Chennai
If u have had it 6 months back u don't need to take it again
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