Question

A 3-year-old child has been scratched by the iron wire mesh of a burglar alarm. The skin is broken. Do they need to take medication? What have been the past treatment scenarios and outcomes? What kind of assistance is needed?

Answer

Hello, the child has a scrape. Do they need a tetanus shot? In such cases, generally, cleaning the wound and applying some ointment is sufficient. Since the human body has an immune system that can resist external invasions, there is usually no need to worry about infection. Generally, medication is not necessary; cleaning and disinfection are enough, and it should not pose a major problem. If you still feel uneasy, taking medication is also an option. Wishing you health!