Tetanus is an infection caused due to Clostridium tetani. There are four vaccines available to protect us from tetanus. They are diphtheria and tetanus vaccine (Dt), diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis vaccination (DtaP), tetanus and diphtheria vaccination (Td), and tetanus, pertussis, and diphtheria vaccination (Tdap). Children below seven years get DtaP or Dt vaccination while older peoples get Tdap and Td vaccination.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tetanus injections cause pain and localized swelling. This is the reason for your trouble after getting a tetanus shot.
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Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.No, the injection will not cause any future issues.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 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.
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Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.If your friend has vaccinated the dog, then there is no problem. Keep the bitten site clean, wash with warm water and soap.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your dog has been vaccinated, your dog is immune to rabies. So, you do not need a rabies vaccination if your dog is immune to rabies.
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