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Can Tetanus Injection Be Taken After 6 Days After A Cut ?

hello doctor ,can i take tetanus injection 6 days after the cut?it was a small cut, now almost cured.please help.
Thu, 29 Dec 2011
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It is best to take TT injection immediately after the trauma. You may not develop Tetanus now. It can happen in 3-21 days which seems unlikely as you have no symptoms. Anyways take it to prevent for next trauma.
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Can Tetanus Injection Be Taken After 6 Days After A Cut ?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic It is best to take TT injection immediately after the trauma. You may not develop Tetanus now. It can happen in 3-21 days which seems unlikely as you have no symptoms. Anyways take it to prevent for next trauma.