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A member asked:

Will i need a tetanus shot from scraping my leg on a rusted nail?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Unless you have been immunized recently.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 5/26/2013

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Maybe,maybe not: Any wound that opens the skin can allow tetanus spores access to create an infection. A rusty nail is a classic exposure.If you had a booster within 10 years & cleaned up the wound after receiving it, you are likely immune.If you can't remember receiving a booster within the past 10 years it is a good idea to get one.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 12/31/2014

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