Hi there, I got scratched in the face by a large parrot. The wound wasnt too deep, and I was able to stop the bleeding quite easily. I cleaned it and used some Bactine, and Polysporin.  There is only mild swelling.  My question is, do I meex a tetanus shot (I havent had one in over 10 years).  Im guessing not, but thought it best to check.  Isabelle
Hi there thanks for asking this on Chat Doctor, no need to worry you don't need a tetanus injection for parrot scratch. Its usually given wounds where you are exposed dirt or soil because the bacteria causing tetanus is found there. On the other hand since you are saying a parrot scratched you there may a chance of you getting a disease called psittacosis. If you develop symptoms like fever, joint pain, difficulty in breathing, diarrhoea you consult with a nearby physician. The treatment is a course of antibiotic like doxycycline or chloramphenicol.