Qu'est-ce que le tétanos ?
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## What is Tetanus?
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw [[2]], is a serious disease of the nervous system caused by a bacterium called Clostridium tetani [[3]]. Tetanus is commonly known as [[2]] because it causes muscle contractions, particularly of your jaw and neck muscles[[3]]. Tetanus is not spread from person to person[[2]], but rather usually enters the body through breaks in the skin, such as cuts or puncture wounds caused by contaminated objects [[2]]. Tetanus is a serious disease for which there is no cure, so it is important to get vaccinated against tetanus to prevent infection [[3]].
**How does one get Tetanus?**
Tetanus is caused by a bacterium that is found in soil, dust, and manure [[2]]. This bacterium can enter the body through breaks in the skin, such as cuts or puncture wounds, and produce a neurotoxin (tetanospasmin) that affects the nervous system [[3]].
**What are the symptoms of Tetanus?**
The symptoms of tetanus typically appear within 2 to 21 days after infection [[3]]. The most common symptom of tetanus is a locked jaw, which is caused by muscle contractions in the jaw [[3]]. Other symptoms of tetanus can include painful muscle spasms all over the body, difficulty breathing, sweating, fever, and high blood pressure [[3]].
**How is Tetanus Treated?**
There is no cure for tetanus, so treatment focuses on managing the symptoms and preventing complications [[3]]. Treatment may include:
**How can Tetanus be prevented?**
The best way to prevent tetanus is to get vaccinated [[3]]. The tetanus vaccine is part of the routine childhood immunization schedule [[4]]. The vaccine is given in a series of shots, and it provides long-lasting protection against tetanus.
**When should one get a Tetanus shot?**
The tetanus vaccine is recommended for people of all ages. The vaccine is typically given in a series of shots, with the first shot given in infancy and booster [[4]] shots given every 10 years. If you have not been vaccinated against tetanus, or if you are not sure if you are up-to-date on your tetanus vaccination, talk to your doctor.
**What are the risks of the Tetanus vaccine?**
The tetanus vaccine is safe and effective [[4]]. The most common side effects of the vaccine are mild, and may include soreness, swelling, or a mild fever.
Tetanus is a bacterial infection that affects the nervous system. It is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, which is found in soil, dust, and manure.