Patient's question:
My son got scraped while playing at the park today and got his skin torn by an old iron chair in the park. So I wanted to take him to the hospital to get medicine, but just now my relative told me that children under 10 don't need a tetanus shot. So I was very surprised and wanted to consult with you, doctor. Is it true that children under 10 don't need a tetanus shot?Doctor's answer:
This is what a relative said and it makes sense, because children are generally given tetanus vaccines with anesthesia. This is included in the planned automatic immunization program. If there is still a full anesthesia vaccine available, it may not be necessary to administer anesthesia. In this case, it is recommended that you take good care of your child and pay attention to avoiding cuts or scrapes. Additionally, it is advised to reduce the intake of overly spicy foods in the near future. Eating more high-protein foods is beneficial for wound healing. Pay attention to wound hygiene. I hope this helps you.