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Yesterday i stood on a rusty nail which punctured my foot - last tetnus jab was 3 years ago - should i worry?

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Dr. James Cocco answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No shot needed: You're good from a tetanus standpoint, but clean the wound thoroughly with soap and water and watch for redness or signs of infection (pain, pus draining, swelling).

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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