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Tetanus: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Wounds

Any open wounds or injuries can be a perfect breeding ground for tetanus bacteria to penetrate and spread in your body. Thus, make sure to clean and disinfect those areas to get rid of harmful bacteria and keep them from generating harmful toxin in the body. Once the bleeding has finished, just clean with saline solution or water. Make sure to change the bandage or dressing on a regular basis, at least 1 time per day to prevent the development of bacteria. [2]