Tetanus- An acute infectious disease caused by toxin elaborated by the bacterium Clostridium tetani.
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Clinical Symptoms
- Spasms, contractions of voluntary muscles, results in high morality rate
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Prevention
- Avoid contamination of open wounds; vaccinate in areas of high risk
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Treatment
- Antibiotics
- Tranquilizers or Chloral Hydrate to relax muscles
- High does of tetanus antitoxins
- Keep cattle in quiet dark areas
