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Doc gave me tetanus shot, had one 7yrs ago, told them that, still gave it to me when went for check up. got sick right after shot, will i be ok?
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Yes: It is normal to get a "booster" tetanus shot every 5-10 years. This helps maintain your immunity. Some tetanus vaccines also have pertussis vaccine, and the pertussis vaccine is recommended as a one-time booster for almost all adults. The vaccine should not make you sick in any significant way, though your arm will likely be sore.
Answered 9/16/2016
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