Despite DPT vaccine, is tetanus injection a must?

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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.

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There are different criteria for each kind of wound. In severe wounds, 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 back. So, it is highly recommended to give a tetanus injection. It should be given as early as possible.

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

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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.