How long do you have to get a tetanus shot after a puncture wound?

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asked Jan 22, 2019 in Body/Skin by tabathanx11 (240 points)
How long do you have to get a tetanus shot after a puncture wound?

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answered Jan 22, 2019 by Gracy (125,580 points)
It's recommended to have a tetanus shot every 10 years and if you've had a tetanus shot and it hasn't been 10 years yet then you don't need another tetanus shot.

But you may get a booster shot if you need to.

If you get a puncture wound and need a tetanus shot you need to get the tetanus shot within 48 hours of getting the puncture wound otherwise you risk infection and possibly death from the infection.
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answered Jan 22, 2019 by Marinad (3,020 points)
i have not. sorry

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