Question 1

I got a small cut on my left hand from the corner of my belt's buckle, which is made of steel. It was bleeding a little bit and the cut isnt very deep. The last time I had a tetanus shot was in August 2019, then before that in February 2019, and before that one in August 2018. I havent had any cuts needing a tetanus shot since then. Do I need to get another tetanus shot for this cut? How long do these shots usually protect you? Is getting one tetanus shot a year enough?

Accepted Answer

repeatedly no need anything

Question 2

How get rid cold fast?

Accepted Answer

Nothing can cure cold, our body takes time to heal. Meanwhile one can follow some remedies which might ease the symptoms such as stay hydrated and sip warm liquids, rest, sooth the sore throat with warm water + salt gargles, steam inhalation to combat nasal stuffiness, use humidifier at home, rest and honey in children.

Question 3

I'm really struggling with a bad cold and throat pain for the last week. I tried taking cetirizine but it hasn't helped at all. I really need to get better quickly. Can you suggest anything that might work? Honestly, I'm getting a bit worried.

Accepted Answer

use warm water

I'm dealing with a cold and sore throat, and on top of that, my nose is blocked and there's some congestion too. Can you recommend some medicine that would be safe for me to take, especially since I'm a breastfeeding mom to a one-year-old?

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How get rid cold fast?

I'm really struggling with a bad cold and throat pain for the last week. I tried taking cetirizine but it hasn't helped at all. I really need to get better quickly. Can you suggest anything that might work? Honestly, I'm getting a bit worried.