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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
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Preferred Name

Anthrax

Definitions
An acute infection caused by the spore-forming bacteria BACILLUS ANTHRACIS. It commonly affects hoofed animals such as sheep and goats. Infection in humans often involves the skin (cutaneous anthrax), the lungs (inhalation anthrax), or the gastrointestinal tract. Anthrax is not contagious and can be treated with antibiotics.
Synonyms
Bacillus anthracis Infection
Bacillus anthracis Infections
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