Author: Saroj Kumari

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…

Diphtheria is a highly contagious disease caused by infection with the bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae. In order to prevent the disease from getting worse, proper treatment and care are needed to speed up the healing process. The transmission process itself occurs through the sufferer’s saliva or contaminated objects. What processes must be carried out by sufferers to reach the healing stage? Here are some of the steps. Treatment Process to Accelerate the Healing Process Droplets or saliva of sufferers that enter a person’s body will multiply on the surface of the respiratory membrane. The bacteria will then produce toxins that contaminate the…