Tetanus vaccine
Tetanus Vaccine
The Tetanus Vaccine (pronunciation: /ˈtɛtənəs ˈvæksiːn/) is a vaccine developed to protect against the bacterial disease tetanus. The vaccine is often referred to as the "T" in the DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) and Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) vaccines.
Etymology
The term "tetanus" is derived from the Greek word "tetanos," which means "taut" or "stretched," referring to the muscle stiffness and spasms that are a common symptom of the disease. The term "vaccine" comes from the Latin "vaccinus," meaning "from cows," as the first vaccines were developed using cowpox to provide immunity to smallpox.
Usage
The Tetanus Vaccine is used to prevent tetanus, a serious bacterial infection that causes muscle stiffness and spasms. The vaccine works by stimulating the body's immune system to produce antibodies against the tetanus toxin. It is typically given in combination with vaccines for other diseases, such as diphtheria and pertussis, in the form of the DTaP or Tdap vaccines.
Related Terms
- DTaP: A combination vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis.
- Tdap: A booster vaccine for adolescents and adults that protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.
- Tetanus: A serious bacterial disease that causes muscle stiffness and spasms.
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tetanus vaccine
- Wikipedia's article - Tetanus vaccine
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