The symptoms of tetanus are due to
A) systemic infection.
B) sustained relaxation of muscles.
C) endospore formation.
D) tetanospasmin.
E) inflammation.

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The symptoms of tetanus are due to the neurotoxin tetanospasmin produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. The toxin causes sustained muscle contractions, leading to muscle rigidity and spasms throughout the body, including the jaw (lockjaw) and respiratory muscles. This can ultimately lead to respiratory failure and death.

The Symptoms of Tetanus Are Due to