Diphtheria is a potentially life-threatening bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing strains of Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It primarily affects the respiratory system and spreads through respiratory droplets from an infected person when they cough, sneeze, or speak without a mask.
*Alert: Recent surge in diphtheria cases reported in Sindh.*
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Swollen neck (bull neck)
• Generalized weakness
• Grayish-white membrane in the nose, throat, or tonsils, which may bleed when touched
Complications: Diphtheria can damage the heart, lungs, kidneys, and nerves.
If you experience any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.
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