Lil Red Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Do you really need a tetanus shot if you scratch yourself on a rusty nail? i only ask because two days ago, i scratched my foot accidentally (well, of course, no one just goes scratching parts of themselves on rusty nails, do they?) on a rusty nail. it still hurts, and is red and puffy. i've been putting antibiotic ointment on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestertonian Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 If you haven't had one in the last decade or so, I would get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 (edited) It's not the "rusty nail" that brings on tetanus, it's the bacteria associated with farms (ie cow poo etc). But if it's puffy and hurts, I'd get it checked if you can. Edited May 16, 2013 by homeschoolmom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Therese Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Yes. Get it looked at. If you have not had a tetanus booster within the last 5 years then you should get one, just to be on the safe side. If you notice it swelling, red streaks around the scratch, if it is hot to the touch, get to the ER as quickly as you can. Otherwise, call your doc or the local health department and see if you can pop in for a booster. I have this conversation at least 3 times a day. LOL Ah, life in the ER. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Red Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 Yes. Get it looked at. If you have not had a tetanus booster within the last 5 years then you should get one, just to be on the safe side. If you notice it swelling, red streaks around the scratch, if it is hot to the touch, get to the ER as quickly as you can. Otherwise, call your doc or the local health department and see if you can pop in for a booster. I have this conversation at least 3 times a day. LOL Ah, life in the ER. hahaha i knew someone would know! :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Yes. Get it looked at. If you have not had a tetanus booster within the last 5 years then you should get one, just to be on the safe side. If you notice it swelling, red streaks around the scratch, if it is hot to the touch, get to the ER as quickly as you can. Otherwise, call your doc or the local health department and see if you can pop in for a booster. I have this conversation at least 3 times a day. LOL Ah, life in the ER. I had a tetanus shot six years ago. This is really motivating me to get another one soon. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinaSt.Cecilia2772 Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Yeah just the other day I had to get a tetanus booster as part of my required vaccines that I will need to travel to Paraguay. I must say, the shot itself doesn't hurt all that bad, but the soreness afterward hurts a lot for a few days. It's better to be safe with the tetanus booster than sorry with an infection. I have this conversation at least 3 times a day. LOL Ah, life in the ER. I do have a question for you. For my six week Paraguay trip, I have to get the Yellow Fever and Typhoid vaccines. I was wondering if any of those vaccines will actually make me sick? I was thinking about taking the typhoid one orally, because it lasts five years compared to two if I ever go back overseas in the future. Do you know any of the side effects for both?? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto Guimaraes Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 (edited) Peace and Good! :saint2: I am a barefooter nurse. Please, keep your vaccines updated!!!!!!! :flex: Jesus, Mary and Francis be with you and bless you! :pope2: Br. Alberto Guimaraes SFO Edited May 17, 2013 by Alberto Guimaraes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrossCuT Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Do you really need a tetanus shot if you scratch yourself on a rusty nail? i only ask because two days ago, i scratched my foot accidentally (well, of course, no one just goes scratching parts of themselves on rusty nails, do they?) on a rusty nail. it still hurts, and is red and puffy. i've been putting antibiotic ointment on it. If the scratch didnt draw blood its probably not a big deal, but it doesnt hurt to get it looked at especially if you havent had a booster in some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dUSt Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 The first thing I'd do is wrap a belt extremely tight around your calf to stop the blood flow and then cut off the foot before you turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneLine Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 (edited) After cutting off your fingernails (source of ALL infection) get the shot. I'm not a vaccine lover, but this is one you really should keep current.... Edited May 17, 2013 by AnneLine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Therese Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I do have a question for you. For my six week Paraguay trip, I have to get the Yellow Fever and Typhoid vaccines. I was wondering if any of those vaccines will actually make me sick? I was thinking about taking the typhoid one orally, because it lasts five years compared to two if I ever go back overseas in the future. Do you know any of the side effects for both?? Thanks! What you need to know is that both these vaccines can have side effects that mimic flu-like symptoms (aches, feeling generally bad, fever) in some people. What I advise people to do in the case of just about all vaccines is to take 1000 mg of Tylenol prior to the vaccination (for injections). For the oral Typhus vaccine, take 500 mg of Tylenol 30 minutes prior to taking the tablet (I think it's like 4 or 5 days of tablets IIRC). Other than that, just be aware if you have any really unusual symptoms other than just feeling a bit poorly for a few days. For a lot of people, simply pre-medicating with the Tylenol will go far to prevent those symptoms. As far as the vaccines making you catch the disease itself...nope, no worry about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinaSt.Cecilia2772 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 What you need to know is that both these vaccines can have side effects that mimic flu-like symptoms (aches, feeling generally bad, fever) in some people. What I advise people to do in the case of just about all vaccines is to take 1000 mg of Tylenol prior to the vaccination (for injections). For the oral Typhus vaccine, take 500 mg of Tylenol 30 minutes prior to taking the tablet (I think it's like 4 or 5 days of tablets IIRC). Other than that, just be aware if you have any really unusual symptoms other than just feeling a bit poorly for a few days. For a lot of people, simply pre-medicating with the Tylenol will go far to prevent those symptoms. As far as the vaccines making you catch the disease itself...nope, no worry about that. You are awesome. Thank you so much!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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