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6 days ago i cut my finger putting on skies.wound is small and not deep.it did bleed a little. didnt get a tetanus shot. should i worry about tetanus?
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See doctor: If you got tetanus shot in the last 5 years or so then not to worry . You are protected .Moreover if the wound is healing well ,no fever or another problem , you should be o.k.Still if you are worried then consult your doctor .
Answered 1/8/2015
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