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- An overview of the causes and symptoms of anthrax
- A rundown of the procedures used to diagnose and treat anthrax
- Details on preventive measures and prognosis
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Definition
Anthrax is an infection caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis that primarily affects livestock but that can occasionally spread to humans, affecting either the skin, intestines, or lungs. In humans, the infection can often be treated, but it is almost always fatal in animals.
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