Tetanus: Prevention and Complications

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Prevention Tips

  • The single most important preventive measure is to maintain a high level of immunization
  • Early diagnosis and treatment
 Immunization

Others

The diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DPT) vaccine is one of the childhood immunizations that doctors recommend during infancy.
  • Vaccination consists of a series of five shots, typically administered in the arm or thigh, given to children at these ages
  • 2 months
  • 4 months
  • 6 months
  • 12 to 18 months
  • 4 to 6 years
  • Booster dose is given when the age is 12 and from then every 10 year intervals (td vaccine).

Watch Out

  • Painful muscle stiffness all over the body
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Jerking or staring (seizures)

When to See Doctor

Consult your doctor if
  • You are injured outdoors and the wound has been in contact with soil.
  • You develop symptoms of tetanus like jaw cramping, stiffness or others.
  • Your child s immunisation vaccine is not up to date.


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