A dense, gray coating in the back of the throat, which acts as an artificial membrane, is the trademark symptom of diphtheria. As the disease progresses, the coating may separate from the back of the throat, barricading the air passages and preventing any air from reaching the lungs. Other symptoms include a sore throat, an overall feeling of weakness, fever and shivers, swollen glands, difficulty breathing, increased heart rate, nausea, vomiting, and throbbing in the head.
Symptoms Of Bacterial Infections
Symptoms for bacterial infections vary, depending on the specific infection you have. For a condition like meningitis, symptoms could include vomiting, fever and a headache the same as a cold or flu. Sepsis occurs when an infection from bacteria enters the bloodstream. Symptoms of sepsis typically include fever, severe shaking, low blood pressure and coma. Consuming a food or beverage contaminated by E. coli causes a digestive tract infection, or food poisoning. Common food poisoning symptoms include upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. Its always important to visit a physician and receive a thorough medical exam to determine which bacterial infection you have in order to receive the best possible treatment.
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A person experiencing toxic shock syndrome may develop a drop in blood pressure, a high fever, diarrhea, or vomiting as well as mental confusion, aching muscles, seizures, and headaches. Some people develop a skin rash that covers the palms of their hands and the soles of their feet and peels like a sunburn. Some experience redness in their eyes, throat, and mouth.
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Severe diarrhea that often includes blood, pus or mucus in the feces is the chief symptom of dysentery. The most common initial symptom is a fever followed by intestinal cramps and then frequent, intense diarrhea that can cause rectal pain. Children can develop a high fever and serious complications such as dehydration.
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Whipple's disease is a multi-system, infectious, bacterial disease that interferes with the body's ability to metabolize fats. The disorder can affect any system in the body, including the central nervous system, but usually occurs in the gastrointestinal system. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include diarrhea, weight loss, fatigue, weakness, and abdominal bleeding and pain. Neurological symptoms may include abnormalities of eye and facial muscle movements, confusion, seizures, ataxia, memory loss, and vision impairment. Fever, cough, and joint soreness may also be present.
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Common symptoms of cholera are mild diarrhea and nausea. These symptoms begin a few days after a person has been infected. Occasionally, cholera symptoms are severe and sudden and include watery diarrhea, vomiting, and muscle cramps caused by dehydration. However, many people with cholera do not realize they are infected because they do not show any symptoms.
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Discovery Health answeredSymptoms of epidemic typhus typically include loss of appetite, headache, a rapid rise in temperature and malaise. A fever quickly develops, which is accompanied by chills and nausea. If epidemic typhus is left untreated, it affects blood circulation, resulting in spots of gangrene, kidney failure and pneumonia. Progressive heat exhaustion eventually can lead to delirium, cardiac failure and coma.
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You should definitely talk to your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of typhoid fever. This is especially true if you have recently traveled to Africa, Asia or South America, or if you've been in contact with anyone who has recently been diagnosed with typhoid fever. Symptoms of typhoid fever become much worse as time goes by, so it's important to see a doctor as soon as possible. If you notice symptoms while you're still in another country, contact the U.S. Consulate to find doctors who can help.
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Symptoms of typhus are similar to symptoms of the flu. A person who contracts typhus may have a fever, headaches, and feel generally achy and weak. After a few days a rash may develop. In more extreme cases, a person may also have a cough or digestive problems such as vomiting or diarrhea.
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If you think you may have contracted typhus, you need to tell your doctor as soon as possible. The earlier treatment starts the better. Because typhus can be tricky to diagnose, be sure to mention all of your symptoms. Also tell your doctor where and when you may have been exposed to typhus.
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If you are experiencing the rash and fever associated with erysipelas, you should talk to your doctor right away. Erysipelas is treatable and can be eliminated completely with antibiotics. The sooner you go to a doctor, the sooner you can begin treatment. If you don't receive treatment, there is also the chance that your erysipelas will spread to your blood, which is a much more dangerous and serious condition.