HUMAN NAIL SCRATCHES

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Asked for Male, 18 Years

My friend has dirty nails , he scratched me twice. There is a bit of redness , bit of blood. But the scratches are shallow. I had my last tetnus shot 2 months ago. Should I be worried?

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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham

General Physician 7 yrs exp Bangalore

No you don't have to worry, Kindly clean the wound site thoroughly with an antiseptic and keep the wound clean at all times so that it heals well.

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Dr. Kiran Kumar S General Physician 19 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Kiran Kumar S

General Physician 19 yrs exp Bangalore

Last dose of tetanus was 2 month's back. So no need to worry. Apply some ointment like antibacterial. It will heal.

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no need to worry

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u can take b complex tab or capsules