Author: Saroj Kumari
Diphtheria is a disease that generally attacks the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. Not only that, sometimes diphtheria also attacks the skin of sufferers. Diphtheria is one of the infectious diseases and is quite dangerous because it can cause death if not treated immediately. Although dangerous, diphtheria can be prevented by immunization. Diphtheria prevention can be done by administering the DPT vaccine, which is diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis or whooping cough. Diphtheria can infect anyone, but children are individuals who are susceptible to this disease. This is the reason why children are susceptible to diphtheria. Reasons Why Children…
Diphtheria is a disease caused by infection with the bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae which is susceptible to attacking children under the age of 5 years. Similar to adults, diphtheria in children is a highly contagious disease through sneezing, coughing, or when they laugh and spit out saliva. Before the vaccine was discovered, diphtheria in children was a terrible threat to parents. Recognize the following symptoms! These Are the Symptoms of Diphtheria in Children In the early stages of the emergence of symptoms, many parents misdiagnose this disease. Not a few parents consider it as a common sore throat, because the symptoms caused are…
A year ago, Indonesia was shocked by the government’s regulation requiring diphtheria vaccination. However, the public itself still does not know much about diphtheria. Well, here you will find out what diphtheria is, the symptoms, and the causes. Come on, see the full explanation here! What is Diphtheria? Many Indonesian people do diphtheria vaccination, but they do not know what diphtheria is. Diphtheria itself is a contagious infection caused by bacteria called Corynebacterium. Well, this bacteria will attack the mucous membranes in the nose and throat and can cause skin infections (in rare cases). In severe cases, diphtheria can spread to other organs…
Diphtheria is a disease caused by infection with the bacteria Corynebacterium Diphtheriae that should not be underestimated. This disease initially attacks the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. But in advanced stages, diphtheria can damage the heart, kidneys, and nervous system of sufferers. Even with treatment, diphtheria can be fatal, especially in children. One of the most effective diphtheria prevention efforts is through vaccination. Without vaccination, the body can be susceptible to diphtheria-causing bacteria. Is it true that unvaccinated people are at risk of contracting diphtheria? Diphtheria is still common in developing countries where immunization rates are low. According to the Mayo…
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that attacks the mucous membranes of the nose and throat and can affect the skin. In addition to being easily transmitted, the bacteria that cause diphtheria can also cause sufferers to have difficulty breathing. How come? Diphtheria is a serious infection caused by a type of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae. The bacteria produce a toxin that makes the infected person very sick. Diphtheria bacteria can spread from one person to another, usually through droplets of saliva that are released when someone with the disease coughs or sneezes. You can also get diphtheria if you touch an…