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What are the symptoms of having tetanus?

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What is the causative agent of the symptoms of tetanus?

The causative agent of the symptoms of tetanus is Clostridium tetani.


Can a tetanus shot cause nausea?

Yes, nausea is one of the symptoms of a tetanus shot. You may also have flu like symptoms and that is also from the shot.


Can tetanus be treated once symptoms appear?

Tetanus can be treated once symptoms appear, but it may become a medical emergency. It is better to have a vaccination before beginning any work that could increase the risk of tetanus. Tetanus vaccinations provide years, even a lifetime of immunity.


Signs and symptoms of tetanus neonatorum?

lockjow, contracture of muscle, hypertonia


Tetanus of a muscle is thought to be caused by?

Tetanospasmin is thought to cause the symptoms of tetanus, it is a exotoxin produced by the Clostridium tetani bacterium.


How long does it take for the symptoms of tetanus to show up?

around 7 days.


Whats the symptoms of tech nus?

Tetanus symptoms can appear anywhere from two days to several weeks after the bacteria enters the body. The symptoms of tetanus include headaches, jaw cramping, involuntary muscle tightening and stiffness, trouble swallowing, seizure, and high blood pressure and heart rate.


What are the symptoms of rust poisoning?

The symptoms of rust poisoning are the same as the symptoms of Tetanus. Those symptoms include fever, hand and foot spasms and excessive drooling. Other symptoms of rust poisoning are excessive sweating and trouble swallowing.


What are the most effective weapons against tetanus?

shots but if you stop getting them you will have tetanus again also having clean cuts no wound don't have dirt or soil on you


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What are the symptoms if you have rust in your body?

lock jaw or tetanus, muscle tension, frothing at the mouth, difficulty swallowing, facial muscle spasms.


What does it mean when a horse constantly puts their head down?

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