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Today, cut (sharp poke) skin under index fingernail while fixing base of swiffer mop in dusty garage, no bleeding, rinsed w/soap and water + hy peroxide + hand sanitizer. don't know last booster (11+ yrs), is bacterium spore found on plastic?
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What you described does not appear to be a dangerous issue. While tetanus in not a high risk from your description. you are due for a booster dose. Keep the area clean and dry. It is not feasible to provide a dogmatic answer about spores on plastic. Wish you good health!
Answered 7/30/2021
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