Identifying Diabetes Symptoms: The 3 P's & Early Signs

Symptoms of a diabetic emergency often include the '3 P's'—polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia. Recognizing these early warning signs and differentiating them from similar diseases is crucial for timely intervention.

Early Symptoms of Tetanus

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Tina M. St. John

The bacterium Clostridium tetani is the causative agent of tetanus, commonly known as lockjaw. The bacteria most commonly enter the body through a skin wound. Clostridium tetani bacteria produce a protein called tetanospasmin or tetanus toxin, which attacks nerve cells, causing spasms.