Last night, I sliced my thumb on an aluminum can that was on the road. Do I have to go get a tetanus shot?
Or just drink much, much less? :p
2006-11-12 15:59:03 · 12 answers · asked by heathersak 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
Update: I got a tetanus shot this morning. It had been about ten years since my last booster. Thanks for the help, everyone! :)
2006-11-13 15:42:35 · update #1
I suggest you get a tetanus shot as soon as possible - 24 hours from the time you were injured. I had a puncture wound in my feet weeks ago, from a nail I stepped on. I immediately went to the nearest hospital in our place to get vaccinated. It costs around P1,500.00 here in the Philippines and it will be effective for five years. As always. prevention is better than cure. You never know whether a thing can cause tetanus infection or not; but it is medical procedure for people with wounds to get the shot as soon as possible.
2006-11-12 16:10:25 · answer #1 · answered by sweetface 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tetanus shots are good for 10 years these days. So if you have had a shot in the last 10 years you should be o. k. (if it was 8, 9, or 10 years ago I wouldn't take a chance and would get another shot.
the shots used to be good for only 5 years duration 20 years ago.
Doc. Dan.
2006-11-12 16:09:43 · answer #2 · answered by Dan S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm definite that obtaining the bird pox is alot worse than getting the shot. Chicken pox can go away scars on you, the shot may not. The tetanus shot isn't too unhealthy however your arm perhaps a bit of delicate for a few days. You will likely be high-quality!
2016-09-01 11:37:36 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need a shot.
Do NOT get vaccinated.
A vaccinated person is MORE likely to get a disease than a non-vaccinated person. The whole theory of vaccination is flawed. It causes a weakening of the immune system thus making those who are innoculated more susceptible to disease.
There are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.
Just sit back and think for a while.
Is there any sense in injecting a disease directly into your body.
We have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.
The Vaccination Hoax
http://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html
If you go to the vaccination liberation web page, at
http://www.vaclib.org/exemption.htm
You will find all the forms necessary to provide exemption for your child.
If you want to study the history of vaccination, see
http://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/vaccination.html
2006-11-13 15:12:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say the answer is both. Actually, when was the last time you had a tetnus shot? If it was within the last 5-7 years, you're probably safe. Keep an eye on it, keep it clean, and see your doctor if it starts to infect.
2006-11-12 16:03:07 · answer #5 · answered by Tan Zanite 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tetanus shots are good for 10 yrs; however, there are exceptions to this rule. Check with your Dr ASAP..
2006-11-13 14:41:58 · answer #6 · answered by summersailing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on when you last tetnus shot was. If your last shot what less than 7 years ago you should be fine. It is was more than 7 years ago you need to go get one at the urgent care or ER.
2006-11-12 16:04:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it might be a good idea. It does however depend on when you last had one? If you cant get to your GP for advise, call the NHS Direct helpline for advise, and they should be able to tell you if its going to be necessary. (From England the number is 0845 46 47, although the number I believe is different for Wales, NI and Scotland)
2006-11-12 19:40:30 · answer #8 · answered by Shane 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are supposed to get a tetanus every 10 years
2006-11-12 16:09:48 · answer #9 · answered by ssmith88us 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes u must
it wont do any harm
2006-11-12 16:10:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋