They can also be caused by less serious conditions. WAIT to feel pain. Early-stage cancer does not usually cause pain. Health professionals also recommend that you see your doctor if you experience unexplained, involuntary weight loss. Tetanus is caused by a germ that enters the body through a cut or wound.
Diphtheria spreads when germs pass from an infected person to the nose or throat of others.
Tetanus causes serious, painful spasms of all muscles. Tetanus can lead to locking of the jaw, which prevents the patient from opening his or her mouth and, eventually, leads to death. Diphtheria causes a thick coating in the nose, throat or airway. Diphtheria can lead to breathing problems, heart failure, paralysis and death. Td is made for people 7 years of age and older.