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How long TT injection works
My mother hand got cut by knife(small cut),and lightly got swollen... she is diabetic
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5 months ago ,she had TT injection due to small nail penetrated in her foot
Do we need TT injection now also or previous one works ?
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TT dose of 5months ago—will give protection now
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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Hi dear, is her diabetes under control? She need not take the TT injection now as it was taken just 5 months back.
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Her wound needs to be taken care of. Apply ointment over the wound n it should heal faster.
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Do not panic n don't worry. She will be fine. Take care.
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No need of TT injection.
Apply an antibiotic cream
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consult me for better evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Raveendran S R
Diabetologist
17 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi., I can understand your concern
She can plan for a TT shot.
Apply t bact ointment locally.
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share image of injury and recent sugar levels for further assistance
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Dr. Mubasshira Kazi
General Practitioner
3 yrs exp
Kheda
Hello..
Since it’s been 5 months,she needs to take T.T. Injection now.
Do the dressing, If requires
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Consult,if needed
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