Everything you need to know about Diphtheria.

Diphtheria is a infectious infection caused by the corynebacterium diphtheria bacterium.

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The bacteria produces a toxin that spreads across the windpipe, causing breathing difficulties.

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Symptoms : sore throat,swallowing problems, weakness, mild fever

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In severe cases : breathing problems, a grey or green membrane on the throat, swollen neck glands.

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DTP vaccines provide resistance against Diphtheria along with tetanus and Pertussis.

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Children aged 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 18 months, 4 years, and between 10 and 15 years are vaccinated.

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It is treated with antibiotics and anti-toxin.

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Diphtheria transmits from person to person through airborne droplets.

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