Patient's question:
My baby's nails grow very fast. A few days ago, I couldn't stand it anymore and gave her a trim, but in the process, I accidentally hurt her. There's a tiny purple blister the size of a grain of rice. I heard it might require a tetanus shot. Does neonatal tetanus cause convulsions?Doctor's answer:
Tetanus is an acute infection caused by the toxin produced when the tetanus bacterium enters a wound. Neonatal tetanus is caused by tetanus infection from unsterilized scissors used to cut the umbilical cord. The earlier the onset, the more severe the condition and the higher the mortality rate. Once it develops, it is still very difficult to treat, so it should be taken seriously. If you really don't feel comfortable, get vaccinated. Early symptoms include crying, difficulty opening the mouth widely, and difficulty sucking. If a tongue depressor is used to press the tongue, the harder the force, the more difficult it is to open the mouth, and the tighter the tongue depressor is bitten, which is called a positive tongue depressor test and is helpful for early diagnosis.