Vaccines and Immunizations
Tetanus
| Overview | Caused by an infection with the bacterium clostridium teatani. |
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| Infection Route | Tetanus fungus in soil or animal feces enter contaminated wound |
| Symptoms | Muscle spasms, whole body stiffness |
| Progress | Recovery is possible with appropriate treatment but high mortality |
| Prevention | Dressing the wound area regularly and immunize the tetanus |
| Vaccination | Every 10 years |