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Tetanus shot
I had taken tetanus shot in feb 2024..today i.e on 05/04/2026 i cut my skin while using stainless scissor while cutting my moustache..should i go for tetanus shot..i have taken tetanus shot 2 or 3 times in last 5 years
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Not needed
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In INDIA, YES U NEED
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No need sir for another shot of TT
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Not required.
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There is no need
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Dr. Nirav C Gavli
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Not needed
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Not needed.
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No need, but clean the wound.
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Not needed.its effective for 5 years.
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Dr. Sajid Ali
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4 yrs exp
Kanpur
No need
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Jiyas A F
Family Physician
11 yrs exp
Kottayam
If a patient have
1.Clean, minor cuts
If fully vaccinated and last booster less than 10 years ago ,No TT needed
If last booster greater than 10 years ago ,Give TT booster,dose
2. Dirty or high-risk wounds
( soil contamination, rusted objects, deep puncture wounds, crush injuries)
If last booster
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes take vaccine
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Annpurna Pai
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31 yrs exp
Mumbai
You need not take tetanus shot if you have taken within 6 months . If its more than 6 months , then you can take .
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