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Can Swelling In The Foot Caused By A Nail Prick Injury Be Treated At Home?
I stepped on a rusty nail in an old shed i was cleaning out, the nail went through my shoe and punctured the bottom of my foot, i pulled the nail out, my foot seems to be slightly swollen and it is tender to walk on. my last tetness shot was 5 years ago or so. is this something that I can treat at home or do I need urgent medical treatment?
Fri, 22 Jun 2018
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As you described the wound, it seems tetanus prone but your doctor may evaluate it better by seeing it.
You may need tetanus immunoglobulin even though you may be fully vaccinated.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As you described the wound, it seems tetanus prone but your doctor may evaluate it better by seeing it.
You may need tetanus immunoglobulin even though you may be fully vaccinated.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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