Category: Infectious Disease / Bacterial Infection
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, which produces a toxin that affects the nervous system, leading to painful muscle spasms, lockjaw, and potentially death.
Rare in countries with high vaccination rates; estimated 200,000-300,000 cases globally per year, primarily in low-income countries. (Source: WHO)
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