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Cut in right finger
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I had a small cut today in my finger today which caused bleeding because of an iron...I took the tetanus injection 2 months ago..Should I again take the tetanus injection for this wound?
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If you had a tetanus shot 2 months back, you need not get another one this time. Booster dose lasts up to 10 years.
But I'd recommend that you clean the wound properly with running water and apply antiseptic to prevent any infection.
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Make sure the wound is cleaned and antiseptic ointment applied.
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Consult immediately if you see any signs of local infection.
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Dr. Hemesh Sarode
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6 yrs exp
Mumbai
I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
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8 yrs exp
Bareilly
Ni jot required.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Laxmi Koppishetty
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
No need
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Dr. Chaithra H
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3 yrs exp
Bangalore
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One tt shot will give you protection for 6 months.
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