Aug 6, 2021 · Different vaccines against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap and Td) are available for older children, adolescents, and adults. It is recommended that children receive 5 doses of DTaP, …

CDC can distribute diphtheria antitoxin (DAT) to healthcare providers to treat diphtheria.

May 12, 2025 · The hallmark of respiratory diphtheria is a pseudomembrane that appears within 2–3 days of illness. It appears over the mucous lining of the tonsils, pharynx, larynx, or nares and can …

May 12, 2025 · Diphtheria is an acute disease caused by toxin-producing strains of Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Diphtheria is very rare in the United States and usually associated with international travel.

May 12, 2025 · Respiratory and cutaneous diphtheria: Only erythromycin or penicillin is recommended. While C. diphtheriae are often sensitive to many antibiotics, in vivo data aren't available to …

Apr 23, 2024 · Diphtheria antitoxin, produced in horses, has been used for treatment of respiratory diphtheria in the United States since the 1890s. It typically is not administered in cases of non …

Aug 6, 2021 · Access the current Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for Tetanus and Diphtheria.

Jan 31, 2025 · Access the current Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.

May 12, 2025 · Diphtheria's hallmark feature: The pseudomembrane Some C. diphtheriae make a toxin that kills healthy tissues in the respiratory system. A thick, gray coating of dead tissue can build up in …

May 12, 2025 · Diphtheria is a serious disease caused by a toxin produced by some strains of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Keeping up to date with recommended vaccines is the best …