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While moving out of my apartment today, i pulled a nail out of a wall and it accidentally scratched me. my last tetanus shot was 9 years ago (august 2013). do i need another?

Q: while moving out of my apartment today, i pulled a nail out of a wall and it accidentally scratched me. my last tetanus shot was 9 years ago (august 2013). do i need another?

: CDC recommends a booster but your local Dr would be best to advise and who has seen the "scratch".

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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CDC recommends a booster but your local Dr would be best to advise and who has seen the "scratch".

Answered 7/29/2022

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A member asked:

While moving out of my apartment today, i pulled a nail out of a wall and it accidentally scratched me. my last tetanus shot was 9 years ago (august 2013). do i need another?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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