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Putrid throat: a historic term for a severely inflamed throat, with tissue destruction, and fetid odor, often due to strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis) or diphtheria. REFERENCE: Kasper, D., et al. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine..
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection of the throat and occasionally of the skin. It is found world wide and is transmitted from person-to-person by coughing & sneezing. Pertussis (Whooping cough) is a highly infectious respiratory infection responsible for 300,000 deaths annually, mainly in children.o find your nearest clinic call 1300 658 844 or visit www.traveldoctor.com.au * This material has been prepared for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice.