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I was vaccinated 15 years ago. i was bitten again by my puppy and had vaccinated with tetanus last week. bitten again today, am i protected from it?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

You are from tetanus: If your puppy has other germs in its mouth you can develop an infection from the site. The tetanus booster you had last week protects you for at least 5 years.

Answered 4/10/2018

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A member asked:

I was vaccinated 15 years ago. i was bitten again by my puppy and had vaccinated with tetanus last week. bitten again today, am i protected from it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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