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Tetanus Vaccination
I recently got a Tetanus vaccine after being scratched by a street dog with muddy paws in the month of February or March. 3 to 4 days ago, I got a cut on my hand from a rusted door lock. The rust formed a layer of dust over the wound. Do I need to get another shot now, or am I still covered from the earlier dose?
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You are already vaccinated against tetnus
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You don't need any further tetanus injection at this time
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A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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No need
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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Not required.
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You do not need another shot.
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Wash it properly n apply antiseptic
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal. Walk
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Will help you
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No need
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Dr. Ashish Garg Agarwal
General Physician
10 yrs exp
East Sikkim
Tetanus vaccine provides the protection for 5years and more so given your history of recent vaccination you do not need to get another dose of the vaccine.
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Thoroughly clean your wound from dust using beta-dine.
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If any skin changes or muscle spasm symptoms appear then immediately visit your nearby healthcare provider for complete care. Thanks
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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4 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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