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   What are the signs and symptoms of generalized tetanus?

   • Signs and symptoms begin gradually and then progressively worsen over two weeks. They usually start at the jaw and progress downward on the body. Signs and symptoms of generalized tetanus include: Progression of tetanus results in repeated painful, seizure-like spasms that last for several minutes (generalized spasms).

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   How do you know if you have tetanus?

   • Early signs of a tetanus infection include headache and muscle spasms in your jaw. Tetanus is often called lockjaw because one of the early symptoms of the condition includes jaw cramping. Your jaw muscles may tighten. This makes it difficult to open your mouth. Other symptoms may include: Difficulty swallowing or breathing. Drooling.

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   What does tetanus look like?

   • It usually occurs after an injury to the head such as a skull fracture, laceration, or even a tooth extraction. Typically, this type of tetanus looks like paralysis of the facial nerve,, resulting in Bell’s palsy or the drooping of the upper eyelid (ptosis). Neonatal tetanus involves newborns of mothers who have not been vaccinated for tetanus.

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   Dec 21, 2023 · Signs and symptoms of generalized tetanus include: Painful muscle spasms and stiff, immovable muscles (muscle rigidity) in your jaw. Tension of muscles around your lips, sometimes producing a persistent grin. Painful spasms and rigidity in your neck muscles. Difficulty swallowing.

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   Tetanus is a bacterial infection that causes severe muscle spasms and lockjaw. Learn how to prevent tetanus with a vaccine, how to recognize the signs and symptoms, and how to treat the disease.

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   Aug 17, 2024 · Tetanus Symptoms. Tetanus typically begins with mild spasms of the jaw muscles, referred to as trismus or lockjaw. The facial muscles may also be affected, causing tetanus to look like a spontaneous grimace or grinning expression, referred to as risus sardonicus.

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   Apr 9, 2023 · Tetanus is a serious infection caused by bacteria that enter the body through a wound. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of tetanus, such as muscle stiffness, spasms, fever, and sweating, and when to seek medical attention.

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   Tetanus is a serious infection caused by bacteria in the environment. Learn about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of tetanus, and how to get vaccinated.

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   Tetanus is a bacterial infection that causes muscle spasms, fever, and trouble swallowing. It can be prevented by vaccination and treated with antibodies and muscle relaxants. Learn more about the signs, causes, and history of tetanus.

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   Dec 21, 2023 · Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that causes muscle spasms, rigidity and pain. Learn how doctors diagnose and treat tetanus, and how to prevent it with vaccination and wound care.