How do u know if u NEED a tetanus shot?!


Question: i stepped on the side of a screw today (i had socks on and it didn't break the skin or leave any sort of mark) and nothing happened to me. do i still need a tetanus shot? (btw what are the symptoms of tetanus?)


Answers: i stepped on the side of a screw today (i had socks on and it didn't break the skin or leave any sort of mark) and nothing happened to me. do i still need a tetanus shot? (btw what are the symptoms of tetanus?)

If it didnt break the skin you shouldnt need a tetanus shot. Tetanus is caused by rusted material. BUT everyone should have a tetanus shot every 7-10 years. Lock Jaw is common with tetanus

7th grade? im really not sure. just a guess. hope youre okay<333

well regardless u now need it, u shuld go to the ER and go quickly b4 something serious happens to you.

not for that, u dont need a shot Ur in luck!...but get one ull b thank fulll u can get it from any tiny little cut with a chemical bacterium entering...but the symtoms are like extreme stiffness, soarethroat, muscle spasms, fevers, paralysis, respitory problems





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