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What is the primary mode of transmission of diphtheria?
Transmitted via respiratory secretions
What is the initial treatment for diphtheria?
Horse serum antitoxin administration
What is the recommended vaccination for diphtheria?
DTaP vaccine
Study Notes
Diphtheria Transmission and Treatment
- The primary mode of transmission of diphtheria is through respiratory droplets, such as coughing and sneezing, and close contact with an infected person.
- The initial treatment for diphtheria involves administering diphtheria antitoxin (DAT) and antibiotics, such as erythromycin or penicillin, to reduce the severity of the disease.
Diphtheria Vaccination
- The recommended vaccination for diphtheria is the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTP) vaccine, which is typically administered to children in a series of five doses, starting at two months of age and continuing through 15-18 months of age.
Test your knowledge of diphtheria with this quiz. Explore the transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this infectious disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae.
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