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Disease associated with secretion of toxin is
Disease associated with secretion of toxin is
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The correct option is A Tetanus
Tetanus is also called lockjaw syndrome. It is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. In this, exotoxin is produced by the bacterium outside the cell. It is then deposited in tissues and interferes with nerves that control muscle movement. This exotoxin is a type of neurotoxin. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, muscle spasm, difficulty breathing.Thus, the correct answer is 'Tetanus.'
Tetanus is also called lockjaw syndrome. It is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. In this, exotoxin is produced by the bacterium outside the cell. It is then deposited in tissues and interferes with nerves that control muscle movement. This exotoxin is a type of neurotoxin. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, muscle spasm, difficulty breathing.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Tetanus.'
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