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As I understand, there is no last required tetanus shot. The vaccinations for tetanus are administered every ten years after the age of 6 years old. Before the age of six years old, a tetanus and diptheria vaccination is given when one is an infant, I believe. Exception is when one experiences in particular a deep would. If this occurs, a tetanus vaccination is given as what is called post-exposure prophylaxis. What that means is that the vaccination for tetanus is given due to the possibility that, due to the wound, one may have been exposed to the bacteria that causes the disease of tetanus. After the tetanus vaccination is given, it may take up to two weeks for the formulation of antibodies to prevent acquiring the disease of tetanus.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoYou need a tetanus shot every 10 years. You can get tetanus from clean nails, dog bites and much more...not just rusty nails/things.
Whenever you feel like being in the former categories, you must have a tetanus shot within 24 hours. from the time of the incident.
I stepped once on two rusty nails and I didn't shot. My foot is still OK. But don't try it!
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∙ 11y agoYou need a tetanus shot every 10 years. You can get tetanus from clean nails, dog bites and much more...not just rusty nails/things.
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Does gallbladder surgery include tetanus shot?
No, you do not need a tetanus shot for gall bladder surgery.
Why do horses need a tetanus shot after injury?
Horses need a booster shot for Tetanus because the bacteria could have gotten into the wound and cause and infection which would be fatal to the horse.
Are there any dangerous ingredients in a tetanus shot?
Yes. there is one dangerous in a tetanus shot and that is tetanus.
How soon after being attacked by a rooster should someone get a tetanus shot?
You do not need to get a tetanus shot if you were attacked by a rooster, only if you get a deep cut on something rusty
You step on a nail it wasnt rusty do i need a tenasis shot?
Be no the safe side and have a tetanus shot.
Do children need a tetana shot?
Do you mean tetanus? If so - yes.
What is a t shot?
Tetanus shot.
Do you need a tetanus shot if you received a human bite?
I was bitten by a mole a couple of days ago and went to see my doctor today. She recommended a tetanus shot, so I had one.
What do you need to do when you step on a rusty nail?
You need to wash the affected area immediately with soap and water, then you need to make certain that your tetanus shot is current. If not you should cover the wound with a clean dry piece of gauze and seek medical attention for a tetanus booster shot to protect you.
How do you know if you need a tetanus shot?
look through your shot records every ten years or something like that you need one ask your parents or school
If you got a tetanus shot five years ago and stepped on a nail recently do you need another shot?
Nope... 10 years
What is the most common treatment for tetanus?
A tetanus shot, easy to get at your GP.
