1st choicemed treats Tetanus Risk After a Scrape
⚠️ Tetanus Risk After a Scrape Scraped your knee on concrete? Cut yourself on rusty metal? Even a small wound can lead to tetanus if not properly treated. That’s why 1st ChoiceMed in Naperville offers fast wound care and tetanus protection —right when you need it. 🧼 Scrapes Aren’t Always “Minor” Tetanus is a serious infection caused by bacteria in dirt, dust, or rusted metal. It can enter your body through: Scrapes and abrasions Cuts and puncture wounds Burns or open injuries If your scrape is deep, dirty, or caused by metal , don’t wait— get it cleaned and checked right away. 👉 Learn more about proper scrapes treatment here. 💉 What Happens at the Clinic? When you walk into 1st ChoiceMed, the team will: Clean and disinfect the wound Ask about your last tetanus shot Provide a booster if you’re due Apply a sterile dressing for healing Fast, friendly, and no appointment needed. FAQs How do I know if I need a tetanus shot? If it’s been more than 5 years—o...