Biology
Suppose a person develops the disease diphtheria. Comment upon the principle of the treatment he should receive.
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Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infectious disease. It leads to cold, cough, sneeze, if left untreated in severe cases, it may lead to paralysis or heart failure.
Treatment includes a combination of medications and supportive care. The most important step is prompt intravenous administration of diphtheria toxoid which is made harmless. The harmless toxoid once administered in a patient's body triggers the production of antibodies against the pathogens causing diphtheria.
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