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Tetanus is caused by bacteria that enter the body through skin wounds.
Tetanus is caused by bacteria that enter the body through skin wounds. It is characterised by muscle rigidity and seizures, and is potentially fatal. Medical treatment is always required; vaccination can prevent infection.
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