- Tetanus - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Progression of tetanus results in repeated painful, seizure-like spasms that last for several minutes (generalized spasms) Usually, the neck and back arch, the legs become rigid, the arms are drawn up to the body, and the fists are clenched
- Tetanus - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Medicines are given that ease symptoms, target the bacteria, target the toxin made by the bacteria and boost immune system response The disease progresses for about two weeks, and recovery can last about a month
- Vaccine guidance from Mayo Clinic
History of infectious disease outbreaks and vaccines timeline Learn about the history of major disease outbreaks, epidemics and pandemics, as well as the impact vaccines and research had on many infectious diseases
- Whooping cough - Diagnosis treatment - Mayo Clinic
If a young child is sick, keep the child home from daycare until finishing five days of treatment If you don't get treatment, it's safest to stay away from others for three weeks after your symptoms start Your body gets rid of the bacteria by then, even though you may still have symptoms
- Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis, polio, hib vaccine . . .
Tetanus (also known as lockjaw) is a very serious illness that causes seizures and severe muscle spasms that can be strong enough to cause bone fractures of the spine
- Botulism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Symptoms of foodborne botulism typically begin 12 to 36 hours after the toxin gets into your body But depending on how much toxin you consumed, the start of symptoms may range from a few hours to a few days
- Infectious Diseases A-Z: Understanding tetanus
Tetanus is a serious infection that can be life-threatening and easily prevented with vaccination It is caused by a toxin produced by spores of the bacteria, Clostridium tetani These bacteria live in the environment, including in soil, dust and animal feces
- Tetanus shots: Is it risky to receive extra boosters?
An adult who's never been vaccinated against tetanus should complete the initial tetanus series of three tetanus shots The first two shots are given at least four weeks apart, and the third shot is given 6 to 12 months after the second shot
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