Cutaneous Anthrax (Infected via scrape or wound)
Small raised bump much similar to a insect bite.
Within the time of 1-2 days the bump will become a fluid filled blister.
In 7-10 days the blister will usually have a black center of dying tissue, surrounding redness and swelling.
Fevers
Headache
An overall feeling of general discomfort
In some cases additional blisters may develop.
Within the time of 1-2 days the bump will become a fluid filled blister.
In 7-10 days the blister will usually have a black center of dying tissue, surrounding redness and swelling.
Fevers
Headache
An overall feeling of general discomfort
In some cases additional blisters may develop.
Gastrointestinal anthrax (Infected via eating diseased meat)
Ulcers on the tongue or tonsils.
Sore throat
Vomiting
Fever
Bloody diarrhea
Vomit with blood
Abdominal pain.
Fluid then fills the Abdominal, and death is usually in 2-5 days
Sore throat
Vomiting
Fever
Bloody diarrhea
Vomit with blood
Abdominal pain.
Fluid then fills the Abdominal, and death is usually in 2-5 days
Inhalational Anthrax (Infected by breathing in the disease)
Sore throat.
Mild fever
Muscle aches
Difficulty in breathing
Shock, which develops quickly
Meningitis, which develops frequently
Death can occur with 24-36 hours after experiencing these difficulties.
Mild fever
Muscle aches
Difficulty in breathing
Shock, which develops quickly
Meningitis, which develops frequently
Death can occur with 24-36 hours after experiencing these difficulties.
Body's reaction
Anthrax cells called macrophages release toxins that paralyze key pathways, causing rapid cell death. This usually leads to septic shock and high mortality.