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What to do if i was cut from rusty nail, should i be worried?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Need to make sure: You had a tetanus shot in last ten years, need to clean area well and monitor for infection. Sometimes doctors will place you on antibiotics immediately as a precaution.

Answered 5/10/2014

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A member asked:

What to do if i was cut from rusty nail, should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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