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What is Which of the following is used as prophylaxis in case of diphtheria: and explain in detail?
• In most countries, the diphtheria toxoid vaccine is given in combination with tetanus toxoid and pertussis vaccines (DTP vaccine).
• DPT vaccine is most effectively used for prophylaxis and prevention of diphtheria.
• Diphtheria is caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. This germ produces a toxin that can harm or destroy human body tissues and organs.
• One type of diphtheria affects the throat and sometimes the tonsils. Another type, more common in the tropics, causes ulcers on the skin.
• Diphtheria affects people of all ages, but most often it strikes unimmunized children.
• It is transmitted from person to person through close physical and respiratory contact.
• DOC for Diphtheria infection: Erythromycin