Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Tt injection
Hello Doctors! My finger got small cut by a nail cutter. The nail had a fungal infection before, and the nail cutter had dust on it. My C-section was done 3 years ago, and I received a TT injection at that time mostly.Do I need to take the TT injection again? Please guide.
Answers (19)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
No need to repeat .TT injection will work for 10 years .
Maintain proper cleaning.keep finger dry if fungal infection increase then please visit for physical consultation
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+132
Yes u should take
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Tt before 3 yrs.
Go for tt please
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
If more than 5 yrs , then you need tt, a small cut generally not need tt .
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
A small cut from a nail cutter — even if the nail had fungal infection or dust — is low risk for tetanus, provided it is a minor superficial wound.
Important points:
• Tetanus risk depends on deep contaminated wounds, soil exposure, rusted metal injuries, or crush injuries.
• Fungal infection on nail does not increase tetanus risk.
• Dust alone does not automatically mean tetanus risk unless it was a dirty/deep wound.
You received a TT injection during C-section 3 years ago.
Tetanus booster protection lasts:
• 5 years for minor clean wounds
• 5 years recommended booster if high-risk wound
• Routine booster every 10 years
Since it has been only 3 years, you are still protected.
You likely do NOT need a TT booster now, if this was a small superficial cut.
Next Steps
✔ Wash wound thoroughly with soap and water
✔ Apply povidone-iodine
✔ Keep area clean and dry
✔ Watch for redness, swelling, pus
Take TT booster only if:
• Wound is deep or puncture type
• It was heavily contaminated
• You are unsure of past vaccination
• Last booster was more than 5 years ago
Based on what you described, booster is not mandatory.
Health Tips
✔ Do not repeatedly squeeze the wound
✔ Avoid applying irritant home remedies
✔ Trim nails carefully in good light
✔ Maintain nail cutter hygiene
Watch for infection signs (increasing redness, swelling, pain, pus). That would indicate local infection — not tetanus.
From your description, this does not sound dangerous. If you want, you can describe the size and depth of the cut, and I can confirm more precisely.
Booking an online consultation will allow proper wound assessment and prevent unnecessary vaccination or anxiety.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
What about the wound.. Please consult me throgh practo or wattsap nine zero seven two twozero seven zero nine three
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Kindly do connect and consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Simranpreet Kaur
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
You should take Inj TT
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Rachna Pande
Internal Medicine
42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Better take.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Yes
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Yes you should take it
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Take TT booster
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Revanavardan Reddy Doddi
General Practitioner
2 yrs exp
Anantapur
Take TT
Next Steps
Careful with wound.
Health Tips
Be careful
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Take TT booster if not taken in past 5 years
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Nasar Ahmed
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Jammu
Take tt injection
Antiseptic
Wound wash
Next Steps
Photo of wound for further management
Health Tips
Contact me on Practo
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anmol Kudal
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nashik
For small wound no need of tt if taken tt within last 5 yrs
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.