Question 1

are tetanus shots always good for up to 4 years or does it vary by person?

Accepted Answer

Booster vaccinations: Adult tetanus booster vaccinations are normally good for ten years. If you have a puncture wound and are not certain when you were last vaccinated or if/ you have had less then 3 lifetime doses of vaccine then you may be administered a booster vaccination.

Question 2

i have m tetanus shot in june 2006 i want  to know  how long it is good for i mean how many years its work?

Accepted Answer

10 years: Tetanus shots last at least 10 years the newer shot called tdap (diphtheria tetanus and pertussis)became available for adults in 2005-2006 it protects against pertussis (whooping cough) it should be given once to any  one who wishes protection against  pertussis and replaces the old dt for most patients. Questions  need to be addressed  to md or knowledgeable rn.

Question 3

i had a tetanus shot last saturday and there is still a good size bump where the shot was. is this normal after 5 days?? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Yes: it will go away in a week.  if  you have pain, tender swelling or discharge, then see your physician

Question 4

how long is a tetanus shot good for with a bad laceration? last booster was 2 years ago. the cut required staples. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Bad=5 and standard=10 years. This is a general statement. If a major wound was contaminated by soil and debris with cleaning delayed for any period of time the shortened 5-year rule would apply. For most simple cuts a longer time frame is used.

Question 5

i stepped on the plug to my hair straightener yesterday and it punctured my skin.  should i get a tetanus shot? i have been doing a good job or keeping it clean.

Accepted Answer

If : If you have not had a tetanus shot in the past ten years then it is a good idea to get one. Also monitor the area for signs of infection (pain, redness, pus) and also fever. If any of these things are present seek medical attention.
Good luck.

Question 6

i had the flu shot and tetanus shot today, one in each arm and i dont feel so good. shoukd they not have done them together?

Accepted Answer

Recovery: Well, you've asked your immune system to 'multi-task' - processing 2 vaccines at one time, that cover for multiple diseases (several strains of flu, several different diseases- diphtheria, ?pertussis with the tetanus shot). It's completely NORMAL to feel this way. Kind of like going to the gym and working out - you definitely feel it. I expect you'll recover fine. Sleep, chicken soup, rest, etc.

Question 7

would it be a good idea to go get a tetanus shot for finger laceration from glass?

Accepted Answer

A cut is a cut: Tetanus is possible when a cut on the skin is contaminated by tetanus spores that are all around, predominantly in soils. It doesn't matter what made the cut if the exposure comes after the skin is open. The rusty nail is the classic source because it is on the ground to begin with when people step on it. Even if low risk it serves as a reminder to update your protection.If > 10 yrs get the shot.

Question 8

working with snowblower got small cut/scratch by blades on hand palm which bled slightly 1-2 drops. snowblower was at repair shop 16 hrs prior. got cut after i removed the snow. any risk for hiv or hep from inanimate object blade. tetanus shot good?

Accepted Answer

Infection risk: This scenario does not sound like it is high risk for HIV or hepatitis. However, when was your last tetanus shot?  If not within the last ten years would get that.

Question 9

what are tetanus shots for?

Accepted Answer

Prevent tetanus: Tetanus is a germ that exists all around us.It's spores spread the germs and can enter any break in the skin.A classical risky wound would be from a rusty nail or garden implement.The germ spores enter the wound and fester into an infection.Over time the germs begin to make a neurotoxin that enters the blood and causes the symptoms of tetanus. A simple tetanus shot, protects people from this toxin

Question 10

how long do tetanus shots last?

Accepted Answer

Tetanus vaccine: After receiving the primary immunizations, a booster tetanus shot should last 10 years. This is the basis for having a tetanus booster every 10 years during one's  lifetime.

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I have m tetanus shot in june 2006 i want to know how long it is good for i mean how many years its work?

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I had a tetanus shot last saturday and there is still a good size bump where the shot was. is this normal after 5 days?? thanks!

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How long is a tetanus shot good for with a bad laceration? last booster was 2 years ago. the cut required staples. thank you?

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I stepped on the plug to my hair straightener yesterday and it punctured my skin. should i get a tetanus shot? i have been doing a good job or keeping it clean.

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I had the flu shot and tetanus shot today, one in each arm and i dont feel so good. shoukd they not have done them together?

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Would it be a good idea to go get a tetanus shot for finger laceration from glass?

A member asked:

Working with snowblower got small cut/scratch by blades on hand palm which bled slightly 1-2 drops. snowblower was at repair shop 16 hrs prior. got cut after i removed the snow. any risk for hiv or hep from inanimate object blade. tetanus shot good?

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