Suggest Treatment For Wound On Elbow Post Injury

Posted on Mon, 7 Dec 2015

Question: I fell down from a bike today and have got a wound at my elbow. Its a bit of a long scratch but not a deep cut. I ave applied dettol and antiseptic. Is tetanus injection required?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
The need for TT is low in your case.

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.

I can certainly understand your concerns.

I apologize for the delayed response owing to my work schedule.

I have worked through your query in detail.

Muscle injuries in depth are an indication for TT injection.

As in your case, the need for TT is very low.

But nevertheless a single dose of TT can be taken as a safety measure.

Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe the medication(s)to you.

Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar