Does tetanus cause epilepsy?

Patient's question:

Does tetanus cause epilepsy?

Doctor's answer:

Hello! Tetanus is often a disease caused by wound infection, where bacteria enter the body through the wound, leading to a series of complications. For example, fractures, urinary retention, cessation of breathing, difficulty breathing, lung infection, acidosis, and intermittent severe pain as a symptom, which is unrelated to the primary severe pain of epilepsy. Therefore, it is important to treat wounds promptly to prevent infection.

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