Question
My baby is 30 months old. On the evening of the 25th, at 7 PM, the baby’s chin collided with the wooden board on the bed, leaving a cut. There was only a small amount of bleeding and a tiny amount of oozing. After wiping iodine and rewrapping with a bandage, we did not go for tetanus vaccination. Will this situation lead to tetanus infection? What should we do to solve this problem?
Answer
Based on your description, it is generally necessary to receive tetanus vaccination within 24 hours. You should go to the hospital as soon as possible for sterilization and treatment, and receive symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to prevent infection. Do not handle it blindly on your own to avoid adverse consequences. Wishing the baby a quick recovery.