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===Skin=== | ===Skin=== | ||
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* A rash is often present. Initially appearing as a small papule, will then develop | * A [[rash]] is often present. Initially appearing as a small [[papule]], which will then develop a ring of [[vesicles]] around the [[papule]], possibly with [[exudate]]. Between days 5 - 7, initial [[papule]] will ulcerate to form a typical [[scar]]. | ||
* [[Edema]] may be present | |||
* Regional [[lymphadenitis]] may be present | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: João André Alves Silva, M.D. [2]
Overview
Physical Examination
Appearance of the Patient
The appearance of the patients and physical exam will depend on the type of anthrax present in that patient.
Vitals
Temperature
- A fever is often present
- Hypothermia may be present
Pulse
Rate
Cutaneous Anthrax
- Tachycardia is often present
Gastrointestinal Anthrax
- Tachycardia is often present
Inhalation or Pulmonary Anthrax
- Tachycardia is often present
Injection Anthrax
- Tachycardia is often present
Blood Pressure
Cutaneous Anthrax
- Hypotension may be present in severe systemic cases
Skin
Cutaneous Anthrax
- A rash is often present. Initially appearing as a small papule, which will then develop a ring of vesicles around the papule, possibly with exudate. Between days 5 - 7, initial papule will ulcerate to form a typical scar.
- Edema may be present
- Regional lymphadenitis may be present