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Can Tetanus Injection Be Taken After 3 Days For A Deep Cut On The Finger?
I have a deep cut from a nail and am on holiday.the cut is on my finger and occurred from a nail on a wet pier deck.is it ok to wait 3 days until I get back home to receive the tetanus jab?i have cleaned and dressed it aswell as I can using antibacterial cleaning wipes and plasters?
Tue, 4 Feb 2014
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Welcome to HCM,
You should have a tetanus shot within 72 hours ideally. It is a good idea to get it know also to update your status, as this will last you from 5-10 years
If you have not had a tetanus shot within the last 5 years, you should go to your doctor and get a shot of tetanus.
As you cleaned the wound with water and antibacterial agents, it would have cleared majority of tetanus spores if it is present.
If you take tetanus in last 5 years, it would have protected.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
You should have a tetanus shot within 72 hours ideally. It is a good idea to get it know also to update your status, as this will last you from 5-10 years
If you have not had a tetanus shot within the last 5 years, you should go to your doctor and get a shot of tetanus.
As you cleaned the wound with water and antibacterial agents, it would have cleared majority of tetanus spores if it is present.
If you take tetanus in last 5 years, it would have protected.
Thank you.
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