Question 1

i ve been bitten by my friend when she was seizing during an epileptic fit do i need to get a tetanus shot ?

Accepted Answer

GET seen,GET Tetanus: Human bites can be as dangerous as or even more dangerous than animal bites because of the types of bacteria in the human mouth.  First aid is:
wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water. Apply a clean bandage. Cover the affected area with a nonstick bandage. 
Seek emergency medical care. If last tetanus > 5 years get one (get whooping cough with it). Prevent infection.

Question 2

my indoor cat bit me (it's a small bite more like a scratch) i cleaned it with soap and water, do i need to get a tetanus shot? considering i was fully vaccinated against it in my childhood?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Cat bites can transmit bacteria, so keep the area clean and watch for any fever or redness, swelling, pus in the area. See your doctor if any of these develop. Tetanus is not usually transmitted through cat bites; however, you should check your last one with your doctor. You likely had a booster when you were 11 or 12, but should have had another 10 years after that if you went for checkups.

Question 3

i was cutting hair and got a slight cut from scissors that looked a bit rusted at the hinge. there was some blood which i cleaned, do i need to get a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

:  Typically, another booster shot is needed after a cut with a rusty object if your last tetanus booster is over 5 years ago.  If you have any doubt, touch base with your doctor’s office to determine when your last tetanus booster was and get another one if more than 5 years ago.

Question 4

i received a small cut on my foot from a piece of dirty glass(that was in an parking lot) do i need to get a tetanus shot? unsure of last time i got one.

Accepted Answer

Tetanus Protocol: If you can not remember the last time you had a tetanus booster. It wouldn't be a bad idea to get one. Then you'll be good for 10 years. Better safe age than sorry.

Question 5

do you need to get a tetanus shot for a small glass cut on the foot?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: As long as tetanus vaccination status is current, minor injury does not require tetanus shot.

Question 6

my brother may have bedbugs abroad right now. he is having all of his clothes and bags washed but does he need to get a tetanus shot? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Tetanus has nothing: to do with bedbugs, so no need for tetanus because of that. He should still make sure he's up to date on his tetanus vaccine in general (within 10 years).

Question 7

if someone cuts their finger with a kitchen knife while cutting onions (no stitches needed) and their last tetanus booster (tdap) was almost exactly 7 and 1/2 years ago, does he or she need to get a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

: No. The injury you described is not a risk factor for tetanus.
Get  Flu and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!

Question 8

when to get a tetanus shot in general?

Accepted Answer

7-10 years: As an adult every 7-10 years.If you have not yet had a pertussis booster, get it now.

Question 9

is a week too late to get a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

You really want to: Get the shot as quickly after injury as possible.  But, still go in to get it.  Take care.

Question 10

how long can you wait to get a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Scedule:: 2m , 4m, 6m, 18m, 4 years, 11years and then every 10 years.If you got dirty wound, do shot asap! don't weit.

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I ve been bitten by my friend when she was seizing during an epileptic fit do i need to get a tetanus shot ?

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My indoor cat bit me (it's a small bite more like a scratch) i cleaned it with soap and water, do i need to get a tetanus shot? considering i was fully vaccinated against it in my childhood?

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I was cutting hair and got a slight cut from scissors that looked a bit rusted at the hinge. there was some blood which i cleaned, do i need to get a tetanus shot?

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I received a small cut on my foot from a piece of dirty glass(that was in an parking lot) do i need to get a tetanus shot? unsure of last time i got one.

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Do you need to get a tetanus shot for a small glass cut on the foot?

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My brother may have bedbugs abroad right now. he is having all of his clothes and bags washed but does he need to get a tetanus shot? thanks!

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If someone cuts their finger with a kitchen knife while cutting onions (no stitches needed) and their last tetanus booster (tdap) was almost exactly 7 and 1/2 years ago, does he or she need to get a tetanus shot?

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When to get a tetanus shot in general?

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How long can you wait to get a tetanus shot?

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