Question
How should I treat a scrape on my baby? Do I need to take him to the hospital for a tetanus shot?
Answer
Hello. Your baby has been scratched. If the wound is shallow. The baby’s metabolism is fast. As long as it’s not a large wound. Generally, no special treatment is needed and it will heal on its own. If the wound is too big, there is significant damage to the baby’s skin, and it may need to be sterilized and bandaged at the hospital. For safety reasons, it is recommended to take your baby to the hospital to receive a tetanus vaccine. To prevent the possibility of uncontrollable infection.