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Today, I took tetanus injection. Next time, when should I take tetanus injection? What are the benefits of tetanus injection?
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0,1, 6 month is rule.
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Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the body to tighten. It?s also called lockjaw because the infection often causes muscle contractions in the jaw and neck. However, it can eventually spread to other parts of the body. Tetanus is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment in a hospital. Fortunately, tetanus is preventable through the use of a vaccine. However, this vaccine does not last forever. Tetanus booster shots are needed every 10 years to ensure immunity.
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