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Am i at risk for Tetanus?

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evan03730
evan03730

So my pubic hair got a little out of control, so i reached into the bathroom drawer and grabbed a pair of scissors, they have been there for about 6 months, never been cleaned and have been used solely inside for household reasons. I got to trimming and accidentally nipped myself, i mean tiny, it barely pierced my bottom layer of skin. Its such a tiny cut its hard to find. I washed it with two different soaps, an anti bacterial then my body soap in the shower. I cant remember when my last tetanus shot was. 7-11 years ago. How at risk am i to get tetanus, i know i should get another booster to be safe, and i will this year but im broke and dont have health insurance. Help please

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  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee evan03730

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    A tiny nip and you cleaned it well......not very high risk. Your tetanus shot , although nearly out of date will give you some protection.Get a booster shot as soon as you can.

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