CUTANEOUS ANTHRAX
(noun)Definitions
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Cutaneous Anthrax.
Cutaneous Anthrax - as a noun
A form of anthrax infection that begins as papule that becomes a vesicle and breaks with a discharge of toxins; symptoms of septicemia are severe with vomiting and high fever and profuse sweating; the infection is often fatal
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
malignant pustuleExample Sentences
"The symptoms of cutaneous anthrax include raised, itchy bumps that develop into black ulcers."
"Early diagnosis and treatment is essential for a good prognosis in cutaneous anthrax cases."
"The mortality rate for untreated cutaneous anthrax is around 5-20%."
"In rare cases, cutaneous anthrax can progress to systemic anthrax, a more severe form of the disease."
"Prevention measures for cutaneous anthrax include avoiding contact with potentially infected animal products."
