Health Dictionary
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Anthrax natural history
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Natural history
Natural history
Complications
Complications
Respiratory distress
Prognosis
Prognosis
The anthrax prognosis will depend on a number of factors, including:
- The type of anthrax (see Types of Anthrax)
- How early the anthrax is diagnosed
- The strain of anthrax bacteria (Bacillus anthracis)
- The patient’s age and general health.
Early anthrax treatment for all anthrax types improves the anthrax prognosis.[1]
References
References
complications and prognosis
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