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Did not take tetanus after cut on knee
I did not take tetanus after a cut by metal piece ( clean, painted and not that sharp) slightly above my knee cap.
It's been 10 days since. A little blood came out but stopped after a minute or so.
I did not take tetanus vaccine because I had a course of 5 vaccinations ( 3 shots and 2 boosters about 2 years ago).
Am I still at a risk of getting infected?
I recently had a surgery to fix my broken nose (mentioning just in case if it's helpful).
Even if I do get tetanus then what should I do?
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Dr. Surya A Bhagwati
Ayurveda
31 yrs exp
Mumbai
Thank you for asking. I recommend you to go get tested for tetanus and consult a regular physician for a better recommendation. Regardless of your last tetanus shot, you should always go for a booster shot whenever you face any injury concerning the contact with a metal - you may or may not know the bacteria encroaching upon the article.
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Dr. Lakin Vira
General Surgeon
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
No need to do anything now.
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Dr. Merlin
Homoeopath
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
No worries , not needed
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