2007-05-10 04:18:24 · 7 answers · asked by ~Soraya~ 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
It is no longer appropriate to think in terms of 'tetanus' shots. The present recommendation is TDaP meaning tetanus / diphtheria / acellular pertussis ('whooping cough'). The latter ingredient is relatively new for adults but profoundly important as the risk of pertussis in this country is significant and increasing while tetanus is relatively rare. The childhood version contains a different amount of pertussis and is referred to as DTP. It is given at about ages 2 4 6 and 18 months and at age 5. The adult TDaP is typically given at about age 12 and every 10 years thereafter.
2007-05-10 04:43:42 · answer #1 · answered by john e russo md facm faafp 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How is tetanus prevented?
Active immunization ("tetanus shots") plays an essential role in preventing tetanus. Preventative measures to protect the skin from being penetrated by the tetanus bacteria are also important. For instance, precautions should be taken to avoid stepping on nails by wearing shoes. If a penetrating wound should occur, it should be thoroughly cleansed with soap and water and medical attention should be sought. Finally, passive immunization can be administered in selected cases (through specialized gamma globulin.)
What is the schedule for active immunization ("tetanus shots")?
ALL children should be immunized against tetanus by receiving a series of 5 DPT vaccinations which generally are started at 2 months of age and completed at approximately 5 years of age.
Follow-up booster vaccination is recommended every 10 years thereafter (e.g. 15 years old, 25 years old, etc.) While a 10-year period of protection exists after the basic childhood series is completed (at age 5), should a potentially contaminated wound occur during the second half of this block of time (i.e., at age 5- 10), an "early" booster may be given in selected cases and the 10 years "clock" reset.
2007-05-10 04:30:45 · answer #2 · answered by gardenerswv 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Child- 3 shots at one month intervals, starting from 6 weeks. Booster at 18 months, then 5 years, 10 years. After a minor clean injury, one is safe for 10 years after the last shot. Dirty, lacerated wound- 5 years.
Women- to prevent neonatal tetanus- 5 shots in all. 5 for the child equal 3 for the mother. For an unimmunized woman, at least 2 shots should be given before the birth of the first child.
1st shot- between 14 and 40 years- first visit to a health facility. 2nd- After one month. 3rd- 6 months after the 2nd. 4th- After one year. 5th- After one year. No more shots are required, no matter how many children she has.
2007-05-10 07:04:42 · answer #3 · answered by yakkydoc 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tetanus shots last 10 years so every 10 years you need to go in and get one.
2007-05-10 04:23:12 · answer #4 · answered by Gypsydayne 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One every ten years for the normal person. Depending on your career you might have to get them sooner. Every five years for those who work around cattle, and every two and a half years for me and my merry band of archaeologists.
2007-05-10 14:08:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Last I knew, it was recommended to have one every 10 yrs.
2007-05-10 04:23:31 · answer #6 · answered by CountryLady 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dont get vaccinated period! Leave it up to the medical profession to brain wash people into believing they need vaccinations to stay healthy. Have you even looked into the controversy regarding vaccinations?
http://www.vran.org/vaccines/doctors/blaylock-covup.htm
2007-05-10 07:01:46 · answer #7 · answered by It's Moi 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋