Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Tetanus (Lockjaw)

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Jaw cramping;
Sudden, involuntary muscle tightening (muscle spasms) – often in the stomach;
Painful muscle stiffness all over the body;
Trouble swallowing;
Jerking or staring (seizures);
Headache;
Fever and sweating;
Changes in blood pressure and fast heart rate;

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

Clinical evaluation

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

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TreatmentOptions

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WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/infectious-diseases/anaerobic-bacteria/tetanus