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trismus, a pathological condition in which the mouth is held shut by sustained spasm of the masseter (jaw) muscle, often observed in cases of tetanus
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What is a lockjaw germ?
a lockjaw germ is a big infection that will spred if not cured
Which disease causing severe muscular spasms may be caught from a rusty nail?
tetanus (also called Lockjaw)Always seek medical aid when you have cut yourself on a rusty object, a tetanus booster is a simple preventative injection.
How is lockjaw spread?
by contact with others.
How do you get rid of lockjaw?
The only treatment of lockjaw is to get a series of injections of immunizations. If it continues to develop, the person may need supportive care and therapy.
What is a commonly used tool for diagnosis of respiratory disease?
Spirometer
What disease called lockjaw?
Tetanus (TETT-uh-nuss) is also called lockjaw. It is a painful bacterial disease.
Why is tetanus called lockjaw?
Lockjaw is another name for tetanus. They refer to the same disease.
What disease is associated with lockjaw?
Tetanus
Do ferrets have a lockjaw?
No ferrets do not have lockjaw. Lockjaw refers to tetanus, an infectious disease of the central nervous system
Traveller General Lee's horse died when?
1870, from a disease called lockjaw after stepping on a rusty nail. 1870 he stepped on a rusty nail that caused lockjaw. It was untreatable at that time.
What is the medical term meaning lockjaw?
Tetanus is the medical term for the condition commonly known as lockjaw.
What is medical term for the condition commonly known as lockjaw?
The medical term for the condition commonly known as lockjaw is tetanus. It is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system, leading to muscle stiffness and tightening, particularly in the jaw muscles.
Does smoking pot from a soda can give you alzhimers disease?
No..... but you can possibly get lockjaw from the can.
Why is getting vaccinated against tetanus important?
Getting vaccinated against Tetanus is important because the ground holds bacteria. There is also bacteria in animal feces that can cause a disease called lockjaw. Lockjaw can be fatal and is a very painful way to die.
What is the medical name for the disease Lockjaw?
The medical name for lockjaw is tetanus. It is caused a toxin secreted by a bacteria that lives in spore form in the soil and on other surfaces.
What respiratory disease is commonly called whooping cough?
The medical name of the disease is "pertussis".
What type of immunity does a tetanus shot give?
Tetanus toxoid is a vaccine that prevents a person from contracting lockjaw. Lockjaw is a potentially deadly disease because its poison attacks the nervous system.
