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A member asked:

If i stepped on a rusty nail but it didn't penetrate and cause any bleeding should i be okay? no visible puncture or pain.

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Dr. Steve Choi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Monitor for now: If you did not actually suffer a puncture wound, then no need to be treated. However, if you did break skin and your immunization status is unknown, you may want to get it looked at for any signs of infection and/or to update your tetanus.

Answered 7/25/2019

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