Diphtheria
Definition
Diphtheria is an acute infectious disease caused by the bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae.
Symptoms
Symptoms usually occur 2 to 5 days after you have come in contact with the bacteria.
* Bluish coloration of the skin
* Bloody, watery drainage from nose
* Breathing problems
o Difficulty breathing
o Rapid breathing
o Stridor
* Chills
* Croup-like (barking) cough
* Drooling (suggests airway blockage is about to occur)
* Fever
* Hoarseness
* Painful swallowing
* Skin lesions (usually seen in tropical areas)
* Sore throat (may range from mild to severe)
Note: There may be no symptoms.
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