A serious infection of the nose and throat that's easily preventable by a vaccine.
A sheet of thick, grey matter covers the back of the throat, making breathing hard.
Symptoms include sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes and weakness.
Treatments include antibiotics and an antitoxin that neutralises the diphtheria toxin. A vaccine is available.
Requires a medical diagnosis
Symptoms include sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes and weakness.
People may experience:
Whole body: chills, fatigue, fever, or malaise
Respiratory: noisy breathing or shortness of breath
Skin: rashes or ulcers
Speech: hoarseness or impaired voice
Throat: difficulty swallowing or soreness
Also common: coughing, muscle weakness, runny nose, swelling, or swollen lymph nodes
Treatment consists of antibiotics
Treatments include antibiotics and an antitoxin that neutralises the diphtheria toxin. A vaccine is available.