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I have taken a tetanus approximately 5 months back. Today I got a shallow prick from a rusted nail. Do I need to take another tetanus shot?
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No need of a TT shot now .
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Tetanus toxin should be taken every 6months. As it is only 5 months since vaccinated no need to take.
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Better take a shot to be safe.
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