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Why is tetanus popularly associated with injuries from rusty nails?
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What is the origin of tetanus?
Also called as lockjaw.Infection generally occurs through wound contamination and often involves a cut or deep puncture wound.It is often associated with rusty nails
When do I need a tetanus shot?
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.
How does tetanus spread and attack?
Tetanus attacks in open wounds, such as a fresh cut. When soil, saliva, or even feces gets into contact with it, Clostridium tetani attacks the body. Also, Tetanus can occur when rusty nails puncture the skin. Tetanus occurs in the Central Nervous System(brain and spinal cord).
What condition is associated with koilonychia or spooning of the nails?
anaemia
Where can you get tetanus bacteria?
Tetanus is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. It is a type of anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that thrives in environments without much oxygen) that can often be found in rust. Examples are rusty nails, barbed wire, etc.. Often, if you are cut by a rusty nail or other sharp object, it is possible for tetanus bacteria (if they exist on the object) to get into your bloodstream, infecting, and releasing the neurotoxin that causes tetanus. Getting a tetanus booster is often the best way to treat this.
Do construction nails help soil gardening?
Nails should not be in garden soil. They could cause injuries to the gardener. If your soil needs iron, there are fertilizers that would be better.
What is onychomadesis?
Complete shedding of the nails, usually associated with systemic disease.
What does integumentary system include?
Hair, skin, nails and associated glands
How can nails be damaged by trauma?
The nails can be damaged by nail biting, using the fingernails as tools, and incorrect use of nail files and manicure scissors as well as by accidents and sports injuries.
The skin and associated structures such as hair and nails make up?
Integumentary system
What term describes the change in nails associated with chronic lack of oxygen?
clubbing
How does the tetanus attack and spread?
Tetanus attacks in open wounds, such as a fresh cut. When soil, saliva, or even feces gets into contact with it, Clostridium tetani attacks the body. Also, Tetanus can occur when rusty nails puncture the skin. Tetanus occurs in the Central Nervous System(brain and spinal cord).
