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Yes. Depending on last tetanus shot (if any) and whether wound bled profusely or not.
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Can you get tetanus from swimming in a pool with rust spots if you have a cut or open wound?
Tetanus isn't even found in rust, it's an archaebacteria that lives in soil. Tetanus can't survive in water. The only way you can get tetanus is to expose an open wound to contaminated soil. The only reason people associate rust with tetanus is that if you cut yourself with something rusty and get dirt on it you run the risk of catching tetanus. So, in conclusion, it is perfectly safe for you to go swimming.
What diseases can rust carry?
Tetanus and Lockjaw
What are the effects of Rust on the human body?
if you get rust into a cut you could get tetanus so it is serious, you can get shots agaist it so ask another question on tetanus in the search
If you get a shallow wound from stepping on a rusty nail clipper that has always been inside and never in contact with soil and clean the wound with antibiotic wash are you still at risk of tetanus?
Rust is rust! Get it checked by a doc. When was your last tetanus shot?
Where is tetanus most commonly found?
Tetanus is a disease caused by a toxin. He was lying
How does a person contract tetanus?
Tetanus is usually found in soil or rusty metal, you can get rid of it by: Seeing a your doctor/dentist and if you have lock jaw then get someone to massage the back of your ears. This will stop the pain. Hopefully this helped, and i have tetanus but these are working for me abit
What is the difference between rust resistant and rust proof?
Something that is rust resistant will not rust easily; minor exposure to water will not cause it to rust. Something that is rust proof will not rust.
Is rust poison?
No. However rust sometimes contains the soil bacteria Clostridium tetani which causes tetanus by secreting a very strong nerve poison..
What are the symptoms of rust poisoning?
The symptoms of rust poisoning are the same as the symptoms of Tetanus. Those symptoms include fever, hand and foot spasms and excessive drooling. Other symptoms of rust poisoning are excessive sweating and trouble swallowing.
What are the causes of tetanus diseases?
The causes of tetanus diseases are puncture wounds. However, there are only specific bacteria that cause tetanus when they get into your bloodstream. These microorganisms are found in rust, soil, animal waste, and other related materials. If this ever happens to you, seek immediate medical attention to get a tetanus shot and have the contaminated skin tissue removed.
Is the rust alive when it forms on cars?
Rust is not poisonous. I remember being told if you step on a rusty nail you will have to get a tetanus shot, but apparently its not the rust that causes tetanus, it's a type of bacteria, and any cut can cause tetanus if the bacteria enters your body.
What are the symptoms if you have rust in your body?
lock jaw or tetanus, muscle tension, frothing at the mouth, difficulty swallowing, facial muscle spasms.
