| Front | What are the characteristics of diphtheria? |
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| Back | Characteristics of this are: Highly contagious and serious when it occurs The formation of diphtheritic membrane lining the pharynx that is composed of debris, inflammatory cells, and mucus. This membrane can rapidly and severely obstruct the passage of air into the larynx. |
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