Patient's question:
Recently, for some reason, I've been having high fever that doesn'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? Also, I got pricked by a pencil, should I get a tetanus shot?Doctor's answer:
If pricked by a pencil, the wound should never be very deep, basically just slightly beyond the dermis layer of the skin. Therefore, according to the fact that tetanus is highly contagious through wounds, there is no need to administer tetanus antitoxin anesthesia. However, if you don't get vaccinated, some parents become extremely worried about the risk of infection and live in constant anxiety, constantly asking questions. So, considering this situation, it's best to get a shot for peace of mind.