cutaneous diphtheria (Q5196693)
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pyoderma that is a milder form of diphtheria restricted to the skin producing shallow skin ulcers is caused by direct physical contact of individuals infected with Corynebacterium diphtheriae as the bacteria releases the diphtheria toxin
- Cutaneous Diphtheria
- Cutaneous diphtheria (disorder)
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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| English | cutaneous diphtheria |
pyoderma that is a milder form of diphtheria restricted to the skin producing shallow skin ulcers is caused by direct physical contact of individuals infected with Corynebacterium diphtheriae as the bacteria releases the diphtheria toxin |
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