Suggest Treatment For Wound On Elbow Post Injury

Posted on Sun, 15 Nov 2015

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Question : I fell down from a bike today and have got a wound at my elbow. Its a bit of a long scratch but not a deep cut. I ave applied dettol and antiseptic. Is tetanus injection required?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
The need for TT is low in your case.

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.

I can certainly understand your concerns.

I apologize for the delayed response owing to my work schedule.

I have worked through your query in detail.

Muscle injuries in depth are an indication for TT injection.

As in your case, the need for TT is very low.

But nevertheless a single dose of TT can be taken as a safety measure.

Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe the medication(s)to you.

Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar