How long after injury can kids get toxoid injection?

Question

Hi doctor,

My daughter aged 6 years got a cut and scratch in her body while playing in a new cementing wall from a piece of old and unused iron four days ago. Does she require any toxoid injection? Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

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I can understand your concerns.

Since you are sure that the scratch is from an old iron piece, I think you should give tetanus injection to the child.

I hope this will help you.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

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There are different criteria for each kind of wound. In severe wounds, a tetanus injection should be given even if given a few days back. In simple scratches or wounds, immunity is present for one year. But, it is always safe to give a tetanus injection.

In your case, the DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus) vaccine must have been given more than one year ago. So, it is highly recommended to give a tetanus injection. It should be given as early as possible.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 3

Hi,

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Your child requires a dose of 0.02 fluid ounces dose of tetanus intramuscularly. Please consult a child specialist.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 4

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Tetanus injection should be given within 72 hours. Earlier you have said that you are very sure that scratch is due to iron. There is no risk in giving tetanus injection. I mean why to take the risk if you are not sure. In my opinion, you should give a tetanus injection.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.