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I got a nail in my foot. I didn't get a tetanus shot. What's up?

Dr. Addison Mitchell
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2025-05-04 02:04:54
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If there is no rust on the surface of the nail and the depth of the puncture is shallow, it will not be infected with tetanus, but local wound disinfection should be carried out in time. If there is rust on the surface of the nail and the wound is deep, there is a possibility of infection with tetanus. It should be admitted to hospital within 24 hours of the puncture for tetanus vaccine injection.