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I got bit by a dog 15 days ago. i never thought of getting a tetanus shot. at this point am i ok? would a tetanus shot help at this point? thanks!
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Tetanus: if you have received tetanus shot within the last 5 years, you should be ok. If you haven't, you should receive it now
Answered 12/27/2014
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