The following fact sheets contain vital information for your health and education in being able to take care of yourself. It is caused by bacteria called Campylobacter. It usually occurs in the summer.
Diphtheria causes inflammation of the throat, nose and tonsils, and a high fever.
It can interfere with swallowing and even cause the patient to suffocate. The infection may also produce poisons that-circulate 4n the blood and do damage to the heart, kidneys, and nervous system. About 1 person out of every 10 get diphtheria and die. H7 is a bacteria that can cause bloody diarrhea. It usually occurs in the summer.