If you are constantly suffering from cold and fever then you may be suffering from diphtheria.

The health department has launched a vaccination campaign to prevent this disease. It is very important to understand the things related to diphtheria. Especially if you are planning to visit Odisha.

Diphtheria is a serious and dangerous disease caused by a bacterium called Corynebacterium diphtheria. This bacterium attacks the throat and respiratory system through the nose. After this, it releases poison in the body. This causes brown colored tissue to form in the throat.

Diphtheria is a dangerous disease caused by a bacterium called Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Its initial symptoms are fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, fatigue, and continuous runny nose.

Diphtheria symptoms are very mild in the beginning. If caught early, it can be treated. Additionally, 5-10 percent of cases can progress to more serious infections, which can be fatal.

Diphtheria is an infection that spreads through touch. This can also happen when someone coughs and sneezes. For example, one should not touch the clothes or utensils of a person who has this disease.