How long is tt injection effective. Is it work on minor small scratches. I keep getting scratches hurt by scissor or nail clipper. Sometimes blood comes out. Is there need for tt injection every time.

Tetanus

Minor Wounds

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician7yrs exp

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you. The tetanus vaccine doesn't provide lifelong immunity. Protection begins to decrease after about 10 years, which is why doctors advise booster shots every decade. A doctor may recommend children and adults get a booster shot earlier if there's a suspicion they may have been exposed to tetanus-causing spores. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.

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Dr. Nirmal Mathew AlexGeneral Physician11yrs exp

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good afternoon if u have completed the vaccine schedule earlier once in 10 yr booster injection is sufficient.

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