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Tuberculosis Tetanus
I am on ATT DOTS treatment for fpr past 3 months but Today I got a rusty cut on my wrist. I am thinking of taking Tetanus shot. Is it ok to take tetanus Injection while on ATT meds ? I took Tetanus shot last year.
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You need to take.
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No need of tetanus injection now !!! Once in 10 years is enough
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Consult a physician for the same
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Dr. Sarthak Rastogi
Pulmonologist
16 yrs exp
Mumbai
yes it is ok to take tetanus shot. Since you have taken one last yr discus with your doctor whether u need another or not...
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