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What Are The Chances Of Getting Infection After Pricking The Needle?

i accidentaly stuck my thumb with my mothers used needle she uses to prick her finger. the first time i was stuck, it didnt bleed but bruised. the second time i was stuck, it bled a little. it was a used needle
what are my chances of catching something
Wed, 31 Dec 2014
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Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
If you are not vaccinated for tetanus take injection TT 0.5 ml IM stat.
Take care
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What Are The Chances Of Getting Infection After Pricking The Needle?

Hello, Thanks for posting your query. If you are not vaccinated for tetanus take injection TT 0.5 ml IM stat. Take care