I was cleaning my kitchen today and ended up cutting myself on some window glass. I've applied Dettol, but I'm worried about whether I should get a tetanus shot. Could you advise if it's necessary in this situation?

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Dr Chandra P

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5+ Yrs

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if you have not taken Tetanus injection in last5 years, you can take it

Answered 04/07/2025

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