Which wounds require tetanus vaccination?

Jun 28, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I stepped on a rusty iron nail this morning—it wasn’t deep. Do I need a tetanus shot?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Yi
Hello, you need a tetanus vaccination in your case. Tetanus vaccination is recommended when a wound is deep enough to require suturing or when you sustain a more severe injury—such as puncture wounds or lacerations caused by sharp objects like nails, wood splinters, or thorns—especially if bleeding occurs. Narrow, deep wounds carry a higher risk of Clostridium tetani infection. I hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health!