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A member asked:
So today at work i stepped on a nail and it went into my shoe and sorta poked my foot and now i'm worried something is going to happen to me chances of something happening?
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Yes. Such puncture wounds can drive germs from the nail or shoe deep in the tissue where they can start a deep infection in the fibers/ligaments/bones of the foot. Clean it out well and do not hesitate to go see your doc. A tetanus shot would be reasonable if none in the past 10 yrs. This can get serious fast. If infection starts deep in your foot, it can lead to hospital care/surgery.
Answered 7/6/2022
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