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Getting shot saved my lifeJul 08 '01 Write an essay on this topic.
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The Bottom Line Using Neosporin to cover up wounds may not be enough. Be sure to get immunized for tetanus to avoid serious infections.
As a frequent traveller, a key component of my personal kit bag is Neosporin. I am an avid snowboarder, rollerblader, and biker. I get all sorts of scrapes, bumps, and cuts that I use Neosporin to cover up and heal with. Note - this was previously under the category "what you should know about Neosporin". I was kindly made aware of this more appropriate category by Scottcolson. Anyway, my main purpose in writing this is to motivate those of you at risk to do something get protected. If it helps just one person, I'll be more than content with this effort. Despite all of the risks associated with snowboarding and rollerblading, it was ironic (and embarrasing) that a household accident forced me to the emergency room. I accidentally slammed the door on my left toe, and tore some flesh and part of the nail nearly off. Fortunately, I was able to get prompt care at the ER, and also some critical advice on staying healthy. After the standard Hydrogen Peroxide, Neosporin, and badages to cover up my toe, the doctor asked me if I was up to date on my tetanus shot. It had been over 11 years ago that I had a tetanus shot, and I was not really concerned about it. The doctor looked me in the eye, and said "it's up to you if you get the shot or not. There is a tetanus shortage in the country right now. However, be aware that tetanus, should you have it, can be fatal." I was not eager to get shot, but at the same time, I didn't want to end up back at the ER with some potentially fatal condition. I consented to the tetanus shot, and was much relieved that it was a relatively minor and quick procedure. Despite all the commercials on TV about using Neosporin to heal cuts and other wounds, you must not rely on Neosporin as the only remedy to your injury. If you have a deep cut or wound, it can be infected with tetanus spores, which will travel throughout your body like a poison. The tetanus symptoms can be locked jaws, muscle spasms, coma, and even death. Tetanus bacteria is very common everywhere humans live. Little wonder then, that it is good advice to get immunized against tetanus. For more information about tetanus and the immunization shots, see this web page: http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/696_tet.html For me, the tetanus shot was not too bad. The nurse used a very thin needle to inject the tetanus immunization into my right arm. Thank goodness I didn't have lower my shorts and get shot in the butt - that would have been very embarrasing indeed. I'm the type who don't keep good track of my immunizations. Thankfully this silly accident brought the issue up again. I hope you learn from my experience and check to make sure you are up to date on your immunizations.  |
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