When do I need a tetanus shot?

Answer 1

As I understand, there is no last required tetanus shot. The vaccinations for tetanus are administered every ten years after the age of 6 years old. Before the age of six years old, a tetanus and diptheria vaccination is given when one is an infant, I believe. Exception is when one experiences in particular a deep would. If this occurs, a tetanus vaccination is given as what is called post-exposure prophylaxis. What that means is that the vaccination for tetanus is given due to the possibility that, due to the wound, one may have been exposed to the bacteria that causes the disease of tetanus. After the tetanus vaccination is given, it may take up to two weeks for the formulation of antibodies to prevent acquiring the disease of tetanus.

Answer 2

You need a tetanus shot every 10 years. You can get tetanus from clean nails, dog bites and much more...not just rusty nails/things.

Whenever you feel like being in the former categories, you must have a tetanus shot within 24 hours. from the time of the incident.

I stepped once on two rusty nails and I didn't shot. My foot is still OK. But don't try it!

Answer 3

You need a tetanus shot every 10 years. You can get tetanus from clean nails, dog bites and much more...not just rusty nails/things.