I just got cut taking out a network card.

[5489]

it's kinda deep. Should i be worried about tetanus? i think i got one of them booster shots? couple years back

 

[Platypus]

Was it the metal or silicon part?
Was the metal rusty?

Wash the area with anti-bacterial substances or some hydrogen peroxide. Then apply a bandage tightly. If the wound is deep, seek medical assistance perhaps with stitches. I don't think you have to worry about tetanus, but better safe than sorry. For pain, take aspirin.

 

[5489]

It was the metal part that holds the pci cards.

 

[Platypus]

Ok, follow the instructions on the last post. If you start to get pain, use some warm water and soak it in there.

 

[BDawg]

I've lived by the motto, if you haven't bled in your computer, it isn't really yours.

I cut my hand up pretty bad pulling a CD assembly out of a B&W PowerMac G3. The thing was sticking and when I pulled really hard, it flew through my hands. I just kept it cleaned, covered and neosporined.

 

[Zorro]

You might want to consider amputation.

 

[nihil]

I don't think you need a tetanus shot. They are good for ~17 years. I just found this out the other day because i put my hand through a window and cut myself pretty badly. Right down to the bone on the 4 of my knuckles. :Q I found there was no need unless you haven't had a booster in 10 years or so.

 

[HappyPuppy]

Tetanus is pretty unlikely, especially since you have had a booster in the recent past. The greatest danger from any wound is infection. You can clean it well as mentioned above and put a band aid on it. Keep an eye on it for a few days. Doctors, on the other hand, would probably adivse you to seek medical assistance for the smallest abrasion.

 

[FelixDeCat]

As long as your computer is free of any viruses, I wouldnt worry.

 

[TallBill]

you got a 50/50 chance

 

[911paramedic]

Originally posted by: nihil
I don't think you need a tetanus shot. They are good for ~17 years. I just found this out the other day because i put my hand through a window and cut myself pretty badly. Right down to the bone on the 4 of my knuckles. :Q I found there was no need unless you haven't had a booster in 10 years or so.

They are good for 7 years (not 17) for "heavy use" and about 10 for "normal" use. That is what an ER doc told me about them. I always ask my patients when their last tetanus shot was.

 

[nihil]

Originally posted by: 911paramedic

Originally posted by: nihil
I don't think you need a tetanus shot. They are good for ~17 years. I just found this out the other day because i put my hand through a window and cut myself pretty badly. Right down to the bone on the 4 of my knuckles. :Q I found there was no need unless you haven't had a booster in 10 years or so.

They are good for 7 years (not 17) for "heavy use" and about 10 for "normal" use. That is what an ER doc told me about them. I always ask my patients when their last tetanus shot was.

Hmm...i'll take your word for it since you're the expert.


But after putting my hand through a window do you think it would be neccessary to get a tetanus shot? I cleaned the wound thoroughly everyday since it happened (4 days ago) and there are no signs of infection. It seems to be healing fast and i show no signs of tetanus. I think i had a booster about 5 years ago. Do you think it's absolutely imperative that i get a booster?

 

[yakko]

Don't worry about it.



ps - If you die can I have your computer?

 

[IGBT]

How bout that security tape on dvd movies? Got a few nicks getting that crap off.