A Case of Severe Cutaneous Anthrax: Malignant Edema Leading to Laryngeal Involvement

Bacillus anthracis, the causative agent of anthrax, primarily affects herbivorous animals but can also infect humans. This disease is prevalent in livestock, particularly in rural regions. Cutaneous anthrax, the most common form, is usually benign; however, it can cause significant edema, particularly on the face, which may spread to the neck and chest. This swelling may compress the trachea, leading to respiratory distress. This report presented a severe and rare case of cutaneous anthrax in which facial edema extended, resulting in laryngeal edema.