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I got a nail stuck in my leg and i was wondering how long until the cut heals? i got the tetanus shot. thank you!

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1-2 weeks: Depending on how far down your leg (the farther from the heart, the longer it takes to heal), a puncture wound, if not too deep, usually takes 1-2 weeks to heal. Keep it covered with over-the-counter antibiotic ointment or aquaphor and a bandage daily for 2 weeks to improve cosmetic appearance.

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Answered 9/5/2013

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