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I'm a plumber and i accidentally stabbed myself with screw its a very mild cut and didn't bleed at all i had my tetanus shot 4 years ago should i be worried about tetanus im not sure if the screw was rusty or not?

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A booster within 5 years should protect you well from this exposure. It may be a reminder to consider asking your primary care doc to give you another booster if you go in for another issue in the next year or so.

Answered 6/6/2022

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Typically, if your last tetanus vaccine was within the past 5 years, you should not need another one now. If you are very concerned, have a doctor evaluate your injury and ask if you need a booster based on your particular medical needs and immune status.

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