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I cut my finger soup can lid this am, taking out trash. cleaned, iodine, baggage with antibiotic. not sure when last tetanus shot do i need one now?
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Maybe,maybe not: Any wound that opens the skin can allow tetanus spores access to create an infection. A rusty nail is a classic exposure but any cut could be a source. Good cleaning and care can help.If you can't remember receiving a booster within the past 10 years it is a good idea to get one.
Answered 9/28/2017
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