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My 15mo son was bitten on the face by another baby, do i need to take him for an injection?
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Not particularly: Although any wound could provide entry for tetanus spores, a 15 mo who is up to date with their shots would be protected. Human bites are not considered likely sources for tetanus, but can become infected by a variety of bacteria. If not up to date now would be a good time to do so.
Answered 4/15/2019
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Maybe oral medicine: "Bitten by a baby" means different things to different people. His doctor can check to see if oral antibiotics are needed for prevention of infection after a human bite to the face. For a true bite to a face, antibiotics are recommended (oral unless a child refuses to take the medicine). Doctor can check to be sure his vaccine record is up to date (3-4 DTaP tetanus shots by 15 months in the US).
Answered 4/15/2019
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