Diphtheria is an infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Symptoms often come on fairly gradually, beginning with a sore throat and fever.
A form of diphtheria that involves the skin, eyes, or genitals also exists. Complications may include myocarditis, inflammation of nerves, kidney problems, and bleeding problems due to low levels of platelets. Myocarditis may result in an abnormal heart rate and inflammation of the nerves may result in paralysis.
A diphtheria vaccine is effective for prevention and available in a number of formulations.
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