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What to do if i cut my hand with a blade but it wasnt rusty. . .shall i infctd by tetanus?
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It is still possible: Stop bleeding by applying pressure. Rinse wound w clean water. Clean surrounding skin w soap & water on wash cloth. Apply antibiotic ointment. Initially cover w bandage until some healing has occurred. Change bandage when soiled/ wet or at least daily. Need tetanus shot if you haven't had one in last 10 years, don't know when you last had one.
Answered 7/27/2014
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