https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j Diphtheria (Corynebacterium diphtheriae) en-us 2023-07-15 22:58:10 UTC 2023-07-16 00:49:36 UTC hello@padlet.com agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645627520 Diphtheria is a highly contagious infection that, when left untreated, can be deadly.]]> 2023-07-15 23:20:34 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645627520 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645632886 In some cases of Corynebacterium diphtheriae, a side effect is swelling of the lymph nodes of the neck, resulting in a condition commonly referred to as "bull neck". ]]> 2023-07-16 00:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645632886 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633137 Another side effect is a "Diphtheric patch". This is a patch of grey-tinged mucus lining the back of the patient's throat.]]> 2023-07-16 00:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633137 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633406 Fever and chills might accompany these symptoms.]]> 2023-07-16 00:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633406 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633842 Immunization is the best way to prevent acquiring and/or transmitting this infection. Always practice frequent handwashing techniques and proper PPE use. ]]> 2023-07-16 00:29:12 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645633842 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645634490 Typically, patients are at a greater risk for acquiring this infection when they are not vaccinated. Others who are impoverished, malnourished or unable to practice good hygiene are at a greater risk of transmission. ]]> 2023-07-16 00:35:54 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645634490 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645634973 At this time, the best treatment for Diphtheria is IM Penicillin injections and Erythromycin tablets by mouth. ]]> 2023-07-16 00:40:10 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645634973 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635165 2023-07-16 00:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635165 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635364 2023-07-16 00:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635364 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635455 2023-07-16 00:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635455 agrace10th2016 https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635738 This infection is transferred via droplets. This can be through coughing, sneezing, sharing drinks, kisses, etc. ]]> 2023-07-16 00:49:27 UTC https://padlet.com/agrace10th2016/k0lrgo7ctrakb4j/wish/2645635738