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One of the symptoms for tetanus is trouble swallowing what do they mean by that? because my mouth is dry and it's hard to swallow due to the dryness
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Tetanus: People with tetanus have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) because of muscle stiffness and spasms, not because of a dry mouth and throat. If you have not been immunized against tetanus, however, it would be wise to do so.
Answered 9/28/2016
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