Tetanus is mainly caused when bacteria enter the body through a wound. The toxin produced by the bacteria affects various nerves.
Examples of symptoms:
Difficulty opening the mouth
Stiffness of the jaw
Difficulty walking
Difficulty urinating or defecating
Generalized muscle stiffness
Difficulty breathing
Who is recommended to receive a tetanus vaccine?
When administered properly, the tetanus vaccine is considered to be nearly 100% effective in preventing tetanus.
Because even minor wounds sustained outdoors, including scrapes or wounds with little or no bleeding, may become infected with tetanus bacteria, vaccination is beneficial for almost everyone.
Vaccination should be especially considered for:
Farmers and construction workers who frequently come into contact with soil.
People engaged in relief activities in disaster-affected areas or during emergencies where exposure to unsanitary conditions is likely to happen.//