Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Is Tetanus Shot Required After Injury From A Rusty Metal?
I just got lightly cut by a rusty piece of metal the scratch is about 1 1/2 inches long it barely bled and is light as a cat scratch should I get a tetanus shot? If so how long do I have until I need to get it I am currently out of town on vacation and would not like to spend half a day at a doctors office.
Thu, 26 Sep 2019
Hello,
If the cut is not deep as you have told (it hardly bleeds), there is no need for a tetanus shot. Just wash the wound adequately.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
If the cut is not deep as you have told (it hardly bleeds), there is no need for a tetanus shot. Just wash the wound adequately.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....