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I'm not sure what you mean by how does it attack. It is normally contracted by getting a deep wound from a filthy object. It causes muscles to draw up tight. It often attackes the muscles in the jaw, causing you to not able move your jaw. For this reason it's also called lockjaw.
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How did Walter raliehg die?
He died of tetnus
What part of the body do you have a tetnus injections?
arm
Where on your body to you have a tetnus jab?
in your arm dosent hurt
How long are tetnus shots good for?
10 years
Do you need a tetnus shot when getting stabbed by a pen?
yes
What is the morality rate of tetnus?
Mortality rate of tetanus is 48% - 73%.
Are horses common carriers of tetnus?
The tetnus bacteria is in their manure so they are exposed much of the time. It is essential that the horse is kept current on his vaccinations. Manure must be cleaned daily and put in a place away from the horse.
Does medicare pay for tetnus vaccine cpt code 90703?
Only if they have the disease
What is the most common form of the condition is characterized by a locked jaw or stiff neck?
Tetnus
What part of you body is your tetnus given?
I was givin mine in my arm, but they asked me if I wanted it in my leg.
One mouse bite you about 30 mins ago?
get vacinated for rabies and tetnus right away
How can you treat a rusty nail injury?
1.) Get a Tetnus shot 2.) If you stepped on it, get your leg amputated
