Hi,I am Dr. Amitkumar Sharma (Internal Medicine Specialist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Suggest Treatment For A Cut In The Toe Caused By A Rusty Object
I m 10 weeks pregnant. Last Wednesday, I was cut by a rusty object (it s a piece of metal at the bottom of our comfort room s door) in my smallest toe. No puss. No swelling. But yesterday, I woke up with a sore throat (not that stingy, though) and I get so irritated very much. I didn t get to have tetanus vaccine ever since. Is this a sign of tetanus? What should I do? Thanks.
Tue, 23 Sep 2014
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Arun's Response
Hello, Thnx to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that no it is not sign of tetanus but as you are pregnant you should be vaccinated. tetanus is characterized by spasmatic attack. Sore throat is may be because of something else may be viral infection. I advice to take a gamma globulin of tetanus to be taken under your doctors consultation, it will give you immediate protection. If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Thanx. Dr. Arun Tank; Infectious Disease Specialist
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
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]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Suggest Treatment For A Cut In The Toe Caused By A Rusty Object
Hello, Thnx to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that no it is not sign of tetanus but as you are pregnant you should be vaccinated. tetanus is characterized by spasmatic attack. Sore throat is may be because of something else may be viral infection. I advice to take a gamma globulin of tetanus to be taken under your doctors consultation, it will give you immediate protection. If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Thanx. Dr. Arun Tank; Infectious Disease Specialist