Pow Wow. The term powwow is the white manâs version of the Indian word âpau-wauâ which originally stood for a healing ceremony conducted by the spiritual or religious leaders of various tribes.
Tetanus vaccines prevent lockjaw, a disease of horrible muscle spasms that is generally fatal. If you have already been properly vaccinated within the last 10 years, then you are probably protected unless the puncture wound is profoundly contaminated--prompting a need for a booster vaccine in 5 years. The symptoms of tetanus can occur as quickly as 3 days, although the average is 8 days. In brief: Not long.
This one is on my top 10 FAQ list during after-hours phone calls! So, let me enlighten you so you know what to do next time your child gets a nasty cut or scrape. (And yes, it will happen to you !). Rule #1: Stitches need to be placed within 12 hours of the injury.Otherwise, closing the wound increases the risk of infection.ut, these wounds usually do not get stitches. Rule #6: Wounds that are getting red, tender or are draining need to be seen by a medical provider. Rule #7: If your child is up to date on his shots, he probably wonât need another tetanus shot.