Question 1

i accidentally stapled myself in the fleshy part of my thumb and need to know if i need a tetanus shot? if so, what is the time frame to have it done?

Accepted Answer

Probably yes: Need Td booster only if more than 10 years since your last tetanus shot.  Get it within 48 hrs of injury

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Question 2

why does tetanus shot after injury work if it takes two weeks to build greater immunity?

Accepted Answer

Active immunity: Because tetanus, as with most other vaccinations, are based on your body's immune system producing antibodies, and that takes time.

Question 3

when is it too late to get a tetanus shot from the day of the injury?

Accepted Answer

Never to late: The incubation period prior to the onset of tetanus symptoms can take several days to several months, depending on the location of the inoculation.

Question 4

how soon after injury should i receive a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The recommendations vary depending on past vaccine history and wound. If the vaccine series was completed within the past 5 years and the wound minor & cleaned quickly, none needed. After 5-10yr, not unless wound is complex or dirty.At>10yr yes for all wounds within 24hrs.If never vaccinated or initial series not complete, the sooner the better.

Question 5

it's been more than 10 years since my last tetanus shot. shall i take it as a precaution? or wait for when i need it (e.g. in case of injury?)

Accepted Answer

You may not notice : Tetanus spores are everywhere in the environment & need only a break in the skin to set up and begin the low grade infection that creates tetanus toxin.Waiting until you have in injury that you believe may be a problem may be too late.At 38, the best booster for you covers tetanus, diphtheria & pertussis, which helps protect you & prevents you from giving whooping cough to a vulnerable young infant.

Question 6

its been 36 hours since i got the injury through bike accident,i did not take tetanus shot but i took medicines just now,should i worry of infection?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: You should evaluated by your doctor to find of infection so be treated.

Question 7

i may have punctured my shin bone with a rusty nail. i got a tetanus shot but 4 months later i'm getting severe bone pain at the point of the injury.

Accepted Answer

Get a medical exam d: You should go see your doctor and get an examination done. There could be infection under the skin(?In the bone). This may require further tests if there is any local swelling or redness. An x-ray of the shin bone may be useful in order to make sure there is no deeper injury or infection in the bone.

Question 8

cut on rusty fence, ten days later lockjaw & severe spasms. has happened four times since, progressively worse. been 6 weeks. tetanus shot effective?

Accepted Answer

If you had: contracted clostridium tetani 6 weeks ago and did not receive emergency treatment you would not likely be around to pose your query.  Go get your tetanus booster.

Question 9

for what length of time do i have to get a tetanus shot after i stab myself with a knife?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you completed the primary series in childhood & have had one within five years you can probably just wash out a simple wound & not worry.If you have never had the series & have a dirty wound u could see the tetanus begin to set up over a day or so, so a shot & anti-toxin might be needed within hours.If u fall in the middle, get it done within 48hrs, but do a good job of cleaning the wound 1st.

Question 10

should a pneumonia shot and a tetanus shot be given the same time?

Accepted Answer

Can be done if healt: As long as you're healthy, there's no reason why the two vaccinations (boosters) can't be given together. If you are suffering from an illness or flu, see if the pneumonia shot can be given a little later (to avoid confusing symptoms). Of course, if you're allergic (went into shock) from either vaccine before, avoid that 1. But standard practice is to administer both together unless reason not to.

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I accidentally stapled myself in the fleshy part of my thumb and need to know if i need a tetanus shot? if so, what is the time frame to have it done?

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Why does tetanus shot after injury work if it takes two weeks to build greater immunity?

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When is it too late to get a tetanus shot from the day of the injury?

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How soon after injury should i receive a tetanus shot?

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It's been more than 10 years since my last tetanus shot. shall i take it as a precaution? or wait for when i need it (e.g. in case of injury?)

A member asked:

Its been 36 hours since i got the injury through bike accident,i did not take tetanus shot but i took medicines just now,should i worry of infection?

A member asked:

I may have punctured my shin bone with a rusty nail. i got a tetanus shot but 4 months later i'm getting severe bone pain at the point of the injury.

A member asked:

Cut on rusty fence, ten days later lockjaw & severe spasms. has happened four times since, progressively worse. been 6 weeks. tetanus shot effective?

A member asked:

For what length of time do i have to get a tetanus shot after i stab myself with a knife?

A member asked:

Should a pneumonia shot and a tetanus shot be given the same time?

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