Tetanus Shot Vaccination

Tetanus is another deadly disease. Usually there are 4 booster dozes. It is combined in the DPT set of vaccination. It is very important to give all the booster dozes too so that the child is well protected during a tetanus attack.

The bacteria stays alive for a long time and hence it is a serious disease that begins with a headache and slowly causes muscle spasms. As tetanus is spread by injury and open wounds it is important to heal well by proper medication.

Infected sharp objects can also cause contamination and spread of the disease. The tetanus vaccine is also given to pregnant ladies so that they are well protected before their delivery time.

The first doze in the DPT combination is given in 6 weeks time. Then again another at 10 weeks, repeated at 14 weeks. The booster dose start about 18 months and another shot is given between the 4th and 5th year of the child.

The third shot for Tetanus is preferred around 10 to 12 years and the last year can be given around 16 years. Despite the same the pediatrician may also recommend the shots in between or beyond 16 years if the person is prone to injury for e.g. sports or other activity.

- Author Parenting expert: Ms Kamakshi Gupte.

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