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Diphtheria

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Definition

Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that usually affects the throat and is characterized by a grayish membrane covering the tonsils or throat.

Synonyms & similar words

croup quinsy angina tonsillitis pharyngitis laryngitis bronchitis pneumonia influenza measles mumps pertussis rubella chickenpox tuberculosis polio meningitis

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