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When Should I Take A Tetanus Injection After An Accident?
hi, i met with a road accident on 21st night and injured myself on arms and knees.....just thought of taking a tetanus yesterday but the doc says its too late....there is no point now...and he asked to take 3 shots every month each.....is it accurate???please help...
Thu, 27 Mar 2014
General & Family Physician, Dr. Vidya KR's Response
Hi, thanks for using HCM.
Foe accident wound, TT is not required now, but defnetily need to get immunisation done
Regards
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When Should I Take A Tetanus Injection After An Accident?
Hi, thanks for using HCM. Foe accident wound, TT is not required now, but defnetily need to get immunisation done Regards