I just stepped on an iron nail and it pricked my foot. It wasn't a deep wound, just bled a bit. I'm not sure about my past vaccinations. Should I consider getting a tetanus shot now?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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yes you need to get vaccinated

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