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My son stepped on a rusty nail and he has had his dtap series done, will he be ok?

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See a doctor: Puncture wounds can be tricky and since you know it was a rusty nail, it needs to be cleaned out well and possiblhy started on antibiotics.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Your ? raises ??: As far as tetanus goes, a shot within the past 5yr gives good coverage. The injury may involve other risks. Was he walking in a stream or lake? On open ground? Through a sweaty tennis shoe ?Cleaned thoroughly with soapy water or antiseptic solution? I've seen some bad ones have to go to the or & be drained after they festered up. Monitor closely & have evaluated if pain, redness or drainage is seen.

Answered 8/22/2012

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