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Cutaneous Anthrax- It is the most common and naturally occurring type. It usually spreads as a result of handling contaminated animal products such as meat, wool or hides. The bacterium enters the body via a break (cut or abrasion) on the skin. About 5% to 20% of untreated cases can result in death, but death is rare if given antibiotic therapy. Symptoms of cutaneous anthrax start 1-7 days after exposure. They include-  An itchy sore, which is similar to an insect bite, develops on the skin. This sore may blister and form a black ulcer. The sore often surrounded by swelling and is usually painless. A scab forms and then dries and falls off within 2-weeks. Complete healing can take longer. The sore, blister and ulcer do not hurt.Inhalation Anthrax- It can be transmitted by inhaling as few as 5000-6000 anthrax spores-perhaps in a single deep breath. Death rate exceeds 99%. Once severe symptoms develop, 45% to 80% of patients could die. Symptoms of inhalation anthrax include- Fever Sore throat Malaise Headache Cough Shortness of breath Chest pain Shock may occur laterGastrointestinal Anthrax- It is a very rare disease. It is acquired due to eating raw or uncooked contaminated meat. Death results in 25% to 60% of cases. Symptoms of gastrointestinal anthrax usually occur within a week after exposure and include- Nausea Loss of appetite Vomiting (the vomit may contain blood) Bloody diarrhea Fever Abdominal pain Mouth sores |
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