Question

Suppose a person develops the disease diphtheria. Comment upon the principle of the treatment he should receive.

Answer 1

Diphtheria is a bacterial disease and is infectious. It causes cold, cough, sneeze, if left untreated in severe cases, it may lead to paralysis or heart failure.

Treatment for Diphtheria:

• Combination of supportive care and medication
• Prompt intravenous administration of diphtheria toxoid which is made harmless
• Once this is administered into the body of the patient, it stimulates antibody production against pathogens that cause diphtheria