never because there are new cases everyday from people who arent careful and they accidentally step on rusty nails or metal or when they cut by the metal or even rotten wood
I believe it was 1902, there was a case recorded in Leith.
Yes. Depending on last tetanus shot (if any) and whether wound bled profusely or not.
nobody died last time i did it
I recently had a tetanus shot and the nurse told me that my arm would be sore for up to three days.
Yes, it is recommended to get a tetanus shot after stepping on rusty barbed wire, as rust does not cause tetanus but the bacteria Clostridium tetani that causes tetanus can be found in soil and can infect you through a wound like stepping on rusty metal. It's better to be cautious and consult with a healthcare provider to determine if a tetanus shot is necessary in your case.
It would be a good Idea to get one just in case. I believe that in some countries (e.g. the UK) there is routine inoculation provided for tetanus.
No, and it never was. The tetanus vaccine only contains human immunoglobulin. There is something called tetanus anti-toxin that can be produced in horses or sheep. If you have a puncture wound and have never been immunized or it has been over 10 years since your last booster shot, your doctor may give you a shot of this antitoxin. It's like giving antivenom for a snakebite. This anti-toxin shot is NOT the same as the tetanus vaccine. It doesn't last long in your system, so it does not confer tetanus immunity.
the last recorded was in my pant
Tetanus cannot be transferred via mouth to blood, due to the fact that tetanus cannot grow inside of the mouth because of the saliva. If one has tetanus, it cannot be transferred to another via mouth. The only possible danger is if your blood comes in contact with theirs in which case you might want to be checked, although chances of gaining tetanus from another person are slim to none and if you are updated on your tetanus shots, then there's nothing to worry about.
Lockjaw is a common term for Tetanus a medical condition that can cause stiffness and muscle spasms.Tetanus is caused by a bacteria (Clostridium Tetanai), most case can be treated with a vaccination "Tetanus Shot)
It can but it undergoes incomplete tetanus, in this case there is a short period of relaxtion before a new contractian is initiated. The muscle contraction will go up in a wave like line..
You should get a tetanus shot every 10 years. If you work in an environment where you are more likely to get injured, you should get them every 5 years. If you get a wound that is deep or gets dirty then you should get a tetanus shot if it has been more than 5 years since your last one.