July 23rd, 2008 
Von by Dr. Gary S. Sy
TETANUS is an infectious disease caused by contamination of wounds from bacteria that live in the soil. The bacterium Clostridium tetani is a hardy organism capable of living many years in the soil in a form called a spore.
Tetanus occurs when a wound becomes contaminated with bacterial spores. Infection follows when spores become active, multiply, and produce a very powerful poison that affects the muscles. Tetanus spores are found throughout the environment, usually in soil, dust, and animal waste. The favorite locations for the bacteria to enter your body are puncture wounds, such as those caused by nails, splinters, or insect bites. Burns, any break in the skin, and IV drug sites are also potential entryways for the bacteria. (more…)
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