A 34-year-old female asked:
minor cut from tin can. last tetanus shot just over 10 yrs ago. how long can i wait before i get another shot?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
With Tetanus: It is better not to delay if your shot is out of date.
Answered on Jun 2, 2017
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Dr. Oscar Novick answered
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Tetanus shot: Yes you can safely wait 48 hours for your tetanus shot. The chance of the tetanus organism being in the kitchen is negligible
A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
Need to get: another tetanus shot.
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
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Tetanus: For a clean laceration, tetanus shot within 10 years is needed. For a dirty wound or object - tetanus shot within 5 years should be considered.
A 43-year-old female asked:
Dr. Claudine nandi Lee answered
Specializes in General Practice
When last did : Tetanus shots last 5 years. It is a hard one right now. Are you able to get a telephonic consult. We are doing those and for cases like yours bringing ... Read More
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