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Do you need to get a tetanus shot for a small glass cut on the foot?

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Dr. Jay Park
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Pediatrics 52 years experience
Usually not: As long as tetanus vaccination status is current, minor injury does not require tetanus shot.
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass
Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered
Podiatry 30 years experience
No: Some docs will be cautious and recommend it. My personal opinoin is no you don't. You are more concerned with metal, rust etc. "small glass cut" - make sure you clean it out good and apply topical antibiotic you should be fine.
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