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What does the virus TETANUS look like?
Tetanus is caused by bacteria, not a virus. The bacteria that cause tetanus, Clostridium tetani, are rod-shaped and produce spores that can survive in the environment. These spores can enter the body through wounds and produce a toxin that affects the nervous system. Symptoms of tetanus include muscle stiffness and spasms.
Is Tetanus an active virus or latent virus?
Tetanus is caused by a bacterial toxin produced by Clostridium tetani bacteria, not a virus. The bacteria spores can enter the body through cuts or puncture wounds, where they produce toxins that affect the nervous system. It is not a latent virus because it does not become dormant within the body.
Is tetanus a virus bacteria or fungi?
No, It is cause by Clostridium tetani which is a Gram-positive, motile bacterium found in soil and animal feces. Toxigenic strains of C. tetani contain a plasmid encoding the potent exotoxin which causes tetanus (lockjaw).
Is tetramune a virus or a bacteria?
Tetramune is a vaccine produced to protect against 4 bacteria:diphtheria and tetanus and pertussis and haemophilus
Is tetano a virus?
No, tetanus is not caused by a virus. It is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani.
How big is 1 tetanus bacteria?
The tetanus bacteria is the same size as a horse
Is tetanus a bacteria?
Tetanus is an infection caused by bacteria called Clostridium tetani.
Is tetanus a virus or bacteria or fungus?
Yes,Tetanus is a bacterial disease.It is also known as lockjaw. Tetanus is a rare but often fatal disease that affects the central nervous system by causing painful muscular contractions. It begins when tetanus bacteria enter the body, usually through a wound or cut exposed to contaminated soil. Tetanus is easily preventable through vaccination. For more information visit the links below.
What is a viral disease tuberculosis smallpox anthrax tetanus?
Smallpox is a virus while both tuberculosis and anthrax are due to bacteria.
What type of pathogen is the tetanus?
virus
What is name of the bacteria that causes tetanus?
Tetanus is caused by clostridium tetani.
How big is one tetanus germ?
Tetanus is a virus and it is anywhere from 10 - 400nm in diameter.
