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Should A Tetanus Shot Be Taken After A Skin Cut?
I had my last tetnus shot on 10-30-2007, last night I was pulling up a chair in a casino, and when I reached underneath the chair because it had no arm rests to pull it up I felt something sharp poke or puncture my middle finger, just enough to start to see very little blood. I couldn't see under the chair to see what cut me, so I don't know if it was medal, or rust. i'm not sure if I need another tetanus shot or not?
Tue, 8 Aug 2017
Hi i do care for your concern.
The tetanus toxoid is advisable for every three years.
Since you have taken in 2007, its wise to have a tetanus shot as soon as possible.
since the object that caused the injury is unknown, its better to get a shot of tetanus.
Hope i have answered your question, if you have more feel free to ask.
Thank you.
The tetanus toxoid is advisable for every three years.
Since you have taken in 2007, its wise to have a tetanus shot as soon as possible.
since the object that caused the injury is unknown, its better to get a shot of tetanus.
Hope i have answered your question, if you have more feel free to ask.
Thank you.
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