How to inject tetanus

Tetanus shots should be injected as early as possible, usually no more than 48 hours, but even if the risk of infection is high, tetanus antitoxin or tetanus immunoglobulin can be injected. The protective effect is usually 2 - 3 weeks. Tetanus shots should be given as early as possible within 24 hours of injury, usually no later than 48 hours, but even if the risk of infection is high. Tetanus is an extremely serious disease with a high mortality rate, and tetanus shots are the most effective way to prevent tetanus. Clostridium tetanus is an anaerobe that thrives in oxygen-deficient environments, so tetanus tends to occur in small, deep wounds, such as rust pin wounds and nail punctures. If the wound is deep or contaminated with rust, dirt, etc., tetanus shots are needed. There are two types of tetanus shots, one is tetanus antitoxin, and the other is tetanus immunoglobulin. Tetanus antitoxin is a heterogeneous protein that can cause allergic reactions, so a skin test should be done before injection. If the skin test is positive, desensitization injection can be used, or direct injection of tetanus immunoglobulin. Tetanus immunoglobulin is a human blood product that does not cause allergic reactions, but it is more expensive. It should be noted that tetanus protection is not lifelong, generally valid for 2 - 3 weeks. If you are injured again, especially if the wound is deep and contaminated, you need to inject tetanus again. In short, tetanus is a very important vaccine, which is important for preventing tetanus. If tetanus infection is suspected after the injury, go to the hospital as soon as possible and inject tetanus according to the doctor's recommendation.