Anthrax Articles A-Z
This eMedTV article discusses Bacillus anthracis -- the bacterium that causes anthrax. This article takes a closer look at this bacterium, explaining how the hardiness and toxicity of Bacillus anthracis make it a formidable bioterrorism agent.
The cause of anthrax is the bacterium known as Bacillus anthracis. This eMedTV article discusses the cause of anthrax and explains how the inhalation, gastrointestinal, and cutaneous forms of anthrax develop based on how the bacteria enter the body.
As this eMedTV article explains, when comparing the flu to anthrax, keep in mind that early anthrax symptoms usually do not include a runny nose, which is typical of the flu. This article covers things to remember when comparing the flu to anthrax.
The cure for anthrax usually involves antibiotics. As explained in this eMedTV article, the cure for anthrax has a 99 percent success rate when used in cases of cutaneous anthrax; however, the success rate for other types of the disease is lower.
Cutaneous anthrax is a form of anthrax infection in which anthrax bacteria enter a cut or abrasion. As this eMedTV resource explains, cutaneous anthrax is the most common form of anthrax, accounting for about 95 percent of all cases of the disease.