Paper II — 2022 July (Supplementary) (2019 Scheme) — Q13

Paper II

2022 July (Supplementary) (2019 Scheme) · 100 marks · 180 min

Question

List methods of transmission of human anthrax.

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Answer

Methods of transmission of human anthrax: Cutaneous (via contact with infected animals/animal products through broken skin — the most common form), Inhalational (via inhalation of Bacillus anthracis spores, e.g., from contaminated animal hides/wool), and Gastrointestinal (via ingestion of undercooked meat from infected animals).

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1. 1Cutaneous Anthrax

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