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Sir i had taken tt vaccines 10 days earlier today I got hurt again by iron belt little rusted a scratch do I still need to take tt shot
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No worries ,
You had your tetanus booster shot ,
It will keep you immune for next 5years ...
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wash the wound with soap & water ,
apply antiseptic to prevent local infections
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You don't need TT
Just keep maintain hygiene
If needed do dressing
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No need
Wash with soap and running water
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No ...u don't need any TT shots for next 6 months...
Don't worry
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No need for tt
Clean and dry
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not required
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Clean the wound with any antiseptic so that you don't get any other infection from the wound. No need to take TT vaccine again.
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Clean the wound with antiseptic.
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You should take a second dose of Tetvac after 6 weeks
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No not required
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Tennis shot not required .
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No need to repeat TT vaccine.
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Make sure to clean the wound properly from preventing future infections.
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Not required. Not to worry. Stay safe
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No need of taking Tt again
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no need for other tt vaccine
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No need for additional vaccination
Proper wound care(wash with soap and water)
If you are worried you can go for Tetanus antitoxin titers(not recommended)
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No additional steps required
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No , u r safe for 6months after ur shot
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No another shot of tetenus is not required.
If u have wound, take care of it.
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No need of it
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No. Dnt worry.
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No. You don't need to take another TT shot now. You would be fine.
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Take care of the wound , if any.
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No need. Get your anxiety treated, that seems more worrying.
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Consult online or in person
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You don't need any additional tetanus vaccination at this time.However to increase your protection,take a booster dose within 6 months and then 10 years.
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Not required..
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Not required
TT injection once taken will serve its purpose for atleast next 5 years.
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Take care of the wound and not to worry about Tetanus
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Absolutely no need of any vaccination right now
There is no need of “Td Vaccine “ . because the immune system is already primed by the dose given just 10 days back . Just clean the injury with povidine iodine and make sure that it should be prevented from infection.
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Clean dressing the wound and take tablets , antibiotics and vitamin c . That’s all.
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Not required usually would suffice
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basic care of wound is fine
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⢠Wash the wound thoroughly with clean running water and mild soap.
⢠Apply an antiseptic (like povidone iodine or chlorhexidine).
⢠Keep the area clean, dry, and covered to avoid further contamination.
ð What to Monitor
⢠Watch for signs of infection â redness, swelling, pus, or increasing pain.
⢠Monitor for fever, muscle stiffness, or difficulty in movement (though rare, these can be early signs of tetanus or infection).
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Since you have already received a TT vaccine just 10 days ago, you are still protected and do not require another tetanus shot now. The vaccine usually covers you for several years.
ð¨ When to Consult a Doctor Immediately
⢠If the wound is deep, very dirty, or not healing.
⢠If you develop high fever or spreading redness/swelling.
⢠If you notice muscle spasms, jaw stiffness, or severe pain.
âï¸ Every case is unique, and wound care also depends on your medical history and exact injury details.
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âï¸ A personalized treatment plan for wound care
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No vaccination required.
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consult more for wound care
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No vaccine not required
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clean the wound with antiseptic
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No need to take vaccine as you took only 10 days before.
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No need to take. Reach out for further assistance.
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It's Fine...no need take vaccine again..
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care for Wound Management
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No need of repeat vaccine.
Keep the wound clean. If it is severe and infected, get it dressed.
You can apply antibiotic ointment.
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Don’t stress.
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Don't worry. Need not repeat the dose. Ensure proper wound care. Clean site and may apply antibiotic ointment but if it's just a scratch as mentioned, not needed.
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Need not worry sir ...just do Take care of the wound....
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You took TT vaccine 10 days prior so even though you got a scratch you need not worry about it
TT vaccine is effective for 10 years
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Hello,
No need to take anothet TT
Just clean the site
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No you don’t need to
Don’t worry.
As you’re vaccinated
So you need only local wash and antiseptic so you don’t develop local infection
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1. Wash the area thoroughly with water
2. Apply antiseptic
3. Keep a track of your past Tetanus shot last in 5 years
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Already everyone mentioned that no need of another tt vaccine, if u have completed initial series of tt vaccination the every 10 yr only booster dose is enough
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wound management
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tt is replaced by td vaccine
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If you get tt 10 days back then you need not panic.it will immunise you for next 6 months atleast
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No need for Another TT, clean the wound and apply some ointment
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No need for another TT. Clean your wound properly and apply some antiseptic ointment.
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In 10 days your body has created antibodies, so that will be alright
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Hello Sir ,
No as you took Tt 10 days ago . No need to go for another TT .
However if the scratch mark is big or bleeding present kindly use Antibiotic ointment.
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Clean it daily .
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Since you already had a TT vaccine just 10 days ago, you are well protected and do not need another shot now.
Just clean the scratch thoroughly with soap and water and keep it dry.
No further TT injection is required in this case.
If more questions are in your mind, you can contact me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for free consultation.
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No need for another shot
Clean the wound and apply antiseptic ointment
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No need for one year. After that take a booster dose
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Hello , No need to worry
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clean the wound with soap water
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if you have scratches or wound i would suggest you to apply antibiotic ointment
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Np need
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No need to take again. If there is any wound that has occured due to belt, will require ointment for local application.
Do you have any swelling?
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Clean the site well with free flowing water.
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Maintain the site clean.
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No need to worry,and no need to take tt again
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Clean your wound with antiseptic solution
U can take painkillers if it hurts
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No, u r under tt effect.
U r save.
Clean the wound with antiseptic properly.
Apply betadine.
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Dr. Nikhil Kumar
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No further TT shots needed
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Clean the wound properly with antiseptics
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Dr. Mohak Kamboj
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1 yrs exp
Fatehabad
Since you already had a TT vaccine 10 days ago, you are well protected. For this fresh scratch, no need for another TT shot now. Just clean the wound properly with soap & water, apply antiseptic
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Dr. Rimsha Indrabi
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Srinagar
Tt vaccines provide immunity against toxin for 5 years approx
So you are safe
Nothing to worry
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Just take care of the wound
Keep it clean
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Dr. Anmol Kudal
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nashik
No need don't worry
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Dr. Ravi Prakash Yadav
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Azamgarh
Don’t worry you’re safe ! Don’t take any type of stress l just take antibiotics that’s it !
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Dr. Jyoti Singh
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8 yrs exp
Meerut
Do not worry its safe
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Dr. Manaswi Shamsundar
General Practitioner
Pune
No need of taking another
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Dr. Ankita Saxena
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Lucknow
No need to worry. You don’t need to take it again.
Take care.
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Consult if need more information:)
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Sutirtha Mohanty
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Mumbai
Hello! I hope you are doing well. You do not have to take the TT vaccination again as the vaccine you received 10 days ago is still effective now.
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Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and running water. Apply an antiseptic (like betadine ointment). Keep it clean and covered if needed. Monitor the wound and if you develop any fever (very rare)
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Dr. Marini Vanitha
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No need. Just keep the wound clean.
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
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• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life . ....
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
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Ahmedabad
No need to take it again
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Vipul Damkondwar
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Nanded
The protective effect of a TT vaccine usually lasts several years after administration, especially if a full course has been completed before.
For a minor scratch from a slightly rusted object, the most recent TT shot within the last five years is sufficient unless immunization history is incomplete or the wound is severe
Next Steps
Clean the wound immediately with soap and water to minimize infection risk.
Observe for signs of infection: redness, swelling, pus, fever, or increasing pain.
Seek healthcare advice if symptoms worsen or if the last TT dose is uncertain or incomplete
Health Tips
Always keep a record of vaccination dates for future reference.
For deep, contaminated, or serious wounds—or uncertain vaccination history—consult a doctor.
Rust itself does not cause tetanus, but contaminated wounds are a risk; good wound hygiene is crucial.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Not required
Clean the wound with antiseptic liquid
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