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one must get anti tetanus serum(a.t.s) after an injury specially in the case of cuts because the cut portion is now exposed to atmoshphere and it is prone to infection caused by bctetria,fungus etc since the atmoshphere carries a lots of microbes in it .the anti tetanus serum intiates the w.b.c to fight against any foreign invation or entry of foreign microbes.some pathogenic microbes live in our body also .which causes disease.this tetanus vaccine saves us from infections
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Can you wait 2 days after injury to get a tetanus shot?
I would not do that. I would get it ASAP!
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.
Should you get a tetanus shot if you were bitten by a hamster?
No, tetanus shots are for rusty metal.
How often should horse receive tetanus vaccination?
Horses should be vaccinated yearly against Tetanus and boosters may be recommended if a horse is injured.
Should you take a tetanus shot if you were bitten by a hamster?
No
How often should you get a tetanus vaccination?
The current recommendation is to receive a tetanus shot every ten years.
Are there any dangerous ingredients in a tetanus shot?
Yes. there is one dangerous in a tetanus shot and that is tetanus.
How long does it take for the immunity to develop after taking tetanus shot?
Generally it takes a few weeks to see antibodies from immunization.
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
What should you do if You step on a rusty nail which punctures your skin If you haven't done so recently?
go straight to a doctors to get a tetnus shot!!
Can you get tetanus from being cut by metal?
Yes, if you get cut by metal and dont have a tetanus shot, you should get one right away.
How long is a shot?
A tetanus shot is used to prevent lockjaw and other serious ailments due to germs entering a person's wounds. An adult should update their tetanus shot every ten years.
