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What if i got bitten a day after i just got a tetanus vaccine, would i need to take another?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

If you have had your childhood immunization including the DTP series, you should be adequately protected; having just received a tetanus shot, you will not need another for many years.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/10/2021

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