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I am already ill, will diphtheria cause complications?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Diphtheria is a serious infection whether you are already ill or not. Dpt vaccine prevents diphtheria and you should get vaccinated, if you did not get it while you were a child.
Answered 2/2/2012
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It could: Do you have diphtheria? Or are you asking a general question? If you have diphtheria pleas see a doctor for treatment to prevent complications.
Answered 12/16/2012
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