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I stepped on a rusty nail outside tonight, i dont think it broke the skin b/c it didnt bleed at all. the area on my foot that i stepped on the nail is red, and i can see a small mark. ive had a tetanus shot in the last 10 yrs, is that adequate?

Q: i stepped on a rusty nail outside tonight, i dont think it broke the skin b/c it didnt bleed at all. the area on my foot that i stepped on the nail is red, and i can see a small mark. ive had a tetanus shot in the last 10 yrs, is that adequate?

: Zero risk for tetanus for such a wound. Nothing to worry about.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Zero risk for tetanus for such a wound. Nothing to worry about.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/29/2021

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A member asked:

I stepped on a rusty nail outside tonight, i dont think it broke the skin b/c it didnt bleed at all. the area on my foot that i stepped on the nail is red, and i can see a small mark. ive had a tetanus shot in the last 10 yrs, is that adequate?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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