Diphtheria (Greek διφθερα (diphthera) — “pair of leather scrolls") is an upper respiratory tract illness characterized by sore throat, low fever, and an adherent ...
Diphtheria . Diphtheria is a very contagious and potentially life-threatening bacterial disease. Diphtheria usually attacks the throat and nose.
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