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Is tetanus caused by a fungus?
No , tetanus is not caused by fungus . Tetanus is bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetanae.
Is tetanus a bacteria?
Tetanus is an infection caused by bacteria called Clostridium tetani.
What kingdom of bacteria cause the infection tetanus?
fungi
How long does a tetanus infection take to develop?
imediately
What type of disease is a tetanus?
Bacteriological infection of the nervous system.
How does a person contract tetanus?
Tetanus is usually found in soil or rusty metal, you can get rid of it by: Seeing a your doctor/dentist and if you have lock jaw then get someone to massage the back of your ears. This will stop the pain. Hopefully this helped, and i have tetanus but these are working for me abit
If you got scratched by a nail on your chin is it ok within 24 hours to have it checked by a doctor?
Yes. But what kind of nail? If it was a construction nail, when was your last tetanus shot? Certainly you should consult a medical care provider with any questions, but you can treat something like this with standard first aid. Scrub it clean with soap and water, apply peroxide or an antibiotic agent and cover it. But check out the tetanus issue with a professional.
What is the common name for clostridium tetani?
The common name for Clostridium tetani is tetanus bacteria. It is a bacteria that produces a toxin causing tetanus infection.
Is tetanus an acute and potentially fatal bacterial infection of the central system?
yes
Anti-tetanus serum is given in an emergency situation while tetaanus toxoid is given to prevent tetanus infection. May I know which one of these vaccines need a skin test?
anti tetanus serum
Can you die from lockjaw?
Lockjaw, also known as tetanus, is a serious bacterial infection that can lead to muscle stiffness and difficulty swallowing. If left untreated, tetanus can be fatal due to complications such as difficulty breathing. It is important to seek medical attention immediately if you suspect you have symptoms of tetanus.
What is the medical term for tetnus?
Tetanus is the medical term for the viral infection people call lockjaw. It is the same one that you get a tetanus shot to help prevent.
