Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know why I've been having high fever that won't go down. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was a viral infection. What kind of infectious disease did I get? Is it possible that I have tetanus?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, for deeper wounds or wounds severely affected by industrial pollution, in addition to promptly debriding the wound, it is also recommended to administer tetanus antitoxin as early as possible. It is generally advised to do so within 24 hours, as the earlier the administration, the better the effect. Your condition may be a result of local infection causing an inflammatory response, leading to high fever. It is recommended to promptly visit an outpatient clinic to have the wound treated and receive antibiotics. Additionally, tetanus antitoxin should be administered.