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How Can A Cut On The Heel Be Treated?

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Posted on Sun, 19 Nov 2017
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Question : Hi I cut up my heal crossing over a huge pipe that had barnacle on it yesterday afternoon at atlantic beach i’m66f with MS but no other health issues, do I need a tetanus shot?
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (-4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
yes, if no booster within last 10 years.

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
With the history you have provided, it would be better to take tetanus shot if you have not recieved a booster within the last 10 years.
Take the care of wound properly.
Was the wound deep needing any stitches?
Any symptoms of pain or infection?

I hope this answers your specific query.
Please post the photos of wound.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Follow up: Dr. T Chandrakant (1 hour later)
Thanks for getting back to me, no stitches needed it is painful,I will go to Imediate care today.
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Most welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Take care and get treated properly.
Wishing you all the best.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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How Can A Cut On The Heel Be Treated?

Brief Answer: yes, if no booster within last 10 years. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific. With the history you have provided, it would be better to take tetanus shot if you have not recieved a booster within the last 10 years. Take the care of wound properly. Was the wound deep needing any stitches? Any symptoms of pain or infection? I hope this answers your specific query. Please post the photos of wound.