The symptoms of diphtheria include fever, sore throat, loss of appetite, and the appearance of a white pseudomembrane in the mouth; the best prevention is vaccination. If infected, it is essential to maintain strict hygiene, according to Dr. Phan Luong Anh Linh from the Tam Tri Saigon General Hospital.
Symptoms and prevention of diphtheria infection.
What is diphtheria? Diphtheria is an acute infectious disease caused by diphtheria bacteria, which spreads rapidly and can be very dangerous, potentially leading to quick death due to infection, toxicity, and respiratory failure. The disease is commonly seen in children under 15 years old during the winter-spring seasons. |
