A 26-year-old male asked:
i fell friday and my jeans put a burn on my leg do i need to worry about tetanus?
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Dr. Nadia Ghattas answered
48 years experience Pediatrics
Knee wound: It depends on the date of your last tetanus or DPT shot if it was less than 5 years you are protected. Just keep the wound clean & dry. Good luck
Answered on Apr 30, 2015
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Dr. Khristine Tate answered
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Yes if time: You should get a tetanus shot if it is 10 years or greater since your last immunization for tetanus. If your skin was broken and you are due for tet ... Read More
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A 15-year-old female asked:
Dr. Lynne Weixel answered
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When?: If very new - flush/soak in cool (not ice) water for lengthy time. Avoid opening sores to prevent infection. Take OTC pain pills PRN.
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Dr. Diane Minich answered
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See your doctor: There could be a variety of causes and would need more information and a physical exam in order to try to diagnose it.
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Dr. Richard Romano answered
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Skin burning : More details are needed to understand this well, which is best done with an in-person examination. Trying to piece things together I wonder if you hav ... Read More
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