ANTHRAX

Anthrax is an infectious disease caused by bacteria bacillus anthrax . It is transmitted from infected animals to humans by exposure to animal products ( meat , skin , wool ) . Patients present with boil like skin lesion , flu like symptoms , respiratory collapse and acute diarrhea .

CAUSES

Attack of bacillus anthrax

Using things made of animal wool

Taking meat or flesh of animals infected by bacteria

Decreased immunity

SIGNS / SYMPTOMS

Cutaneous Anthrax presents with black blisters on the skin .

Inhalational Anthrax presents with flu , fever , malaise , cough , shortness of breadth and chest pain .

Gastrointestinal Anthrax presents as nausea , vomiting and bloody diarrhea .

PREVENTION

Vaccination against bacillus anthrax is available but it is not recommended for general public , it may be available to certain military personells .

Staying away from the infected animals .

Avoiding products made of animal wool .