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Hello doctor I am 18 years old. Recently I got stuck by metal on my hand I applied band aid and betadine but forgot to apply tetanus injection its been 4 days is there any risk or its safe. Last tetanus dose was 2 years ago.
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After the initial tetanus series, booster shots are recommended every 10 years. But we have to look into the details of the problem. Let's have a detailed discussion for better advice and healthy lifestyle.
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