Symptoms of DIPHTHERIA
Diphtheria produces different symptoms early in the course of the disease than later on. The early stages of the disease produce sore throat, mild fever, and swollen neck glands.
Symptoms of the later stages include those related to the progressive infection in the throat. Airway obstruction can develop with difficulty breathing. Thick membranes may be seen covering the throat. Shock may develop, which produces rapid heartbeat, pallor, cold, clammy skin and anxiety.
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