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I stepped on a sharp piece of metal outside. my last tetanus shot was about 3 years ago. do i need to go for a tetanus booster shot?

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Dr. Nicole Frommann answered

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No need for booster : If you got all your tetanus vaccines as a child and a booster 3 years ago then you don't need one now. Tetanus booster shots are good for at least 5 years.

Answered 8/27/2016

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A member asked:

I stepped on a sharp piece of metal outside. my last tetanus shot was about 3 years ago. do i need to go for a tetanus booster shot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nicole Frommann answered

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