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Is Tetanus Shot Required After Nail Piercing Into Skin?
Hi my name is omar and i am 15 years old. I barley stepped on a nail and it barley pierced my skin. I got a tetnus shot four years ago. I cant even find in what part of my foot the nail went in, thats how small the injury was. I dont even feel any pain. Should i still get a tetnus shot?
Mon, 26 May 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
There is no harm in getting a tetanus injection, even if nail has just pierced the skin.
usually tetanus is spread by blood contact of contaminated item.
So, chances are very less, but get a shot to be safe.
This is my best advice for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
There is no harm in getting a tetanus injection, even if nail has just pierced the skin.
usually tetanus is spread by blood contact of contaminated item.
So, chances are very less, but get a shot to be safe.
This is my best advice for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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