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H Chraibi¹, K Haouach, A Idrissi Azouzi

¹Délégation de santé, hôpital Mohammed V, province de Chefchaouen, 91000, Maroc. h.chraibi@caramail.com

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Anthrax, a rare bacterial infection caused by Bacillus anthracis, can be fatal if untreated. Early recognition of cutaneous anthrax is crucial for timely treatment and improved patient outcomes, emphasizing the need for animal vaccination programs.

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Subcutaneous Infection of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

Subcutaneous Infection of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

Published on: February 9, 2011

Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Dermatology
Public Health

Background:

Anthrax is an acute infection caused by Bacillus anthracis, a Gram-positive bacterium.
It presents in three forms: pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and cutaneous, with cutaneous anthrax being the focus of this report.
While rare in developed countries, anthrax remains prevalent in developing nations, necessitating awareness among healthcare professionals, especially dermatologists.

Observation:

Seven patients presented with cutaneous lesions on their upper limbs and fever (39-40°C).
Three patients exhibited neurological signs or disturbed consciousness.
Bacteriological diagnosis confirmed Bacillus anthracis in skin cultures.

Findings:

Treatment with ciprofloxacin, sometimes combined with corticosteroids, was administered.
Four patients recovered, but three succumbed to the infection.
Untreated cutaneous anthrax can lead to sepsis and central nervous system involvement in 5-20% of cases.

Implications:

Prompt diagnosis and treatment of cutaneous anthrax are vital to prevent severe complications and mortality.
Animal vaccination is essential for eradicating anthrax in livestock, thereby preventing human transmission.
Public health initiatives should focus on recognizing and managing anthrax, particularly in regions where it is endemic.