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I got a open wound on my arm 3 days ago so do I need to do dressing with povidine ointment until it heals or keep it open I have take tetanus shot already.
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treatment depends on the severity of wound... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos
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Hi, keep the wound open and apply the antibiotic ointment if the wound is not deep till it heals in 5-7 days.
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Yes, you can vaccination for tetanus if previous dose more than 10 year.
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