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I stepped on a rusty nail today. it went in my foot a little bit. just wondering if i should get it checked out. my tetanus shot is up to date.
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Rusty nail: While your tetanus immunization watch out for a possible infection which presents with redness, swelling and pain. Make sure you wash the wound with soap and water and apply an antibiotic ointment to the area
Answered 5/28/2014
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