When someone has diphtheria aone word forms in the throat an

When someone has diphtheria, a________(one word) forms in the throat and leads to death by_______(one word). There is also tissue destruction in general that causes death. But what is in your blank is the major cause.

Solution

Patch.

Myocarditis.

Diphtheria is an infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. Signs and symptoms may vary from mild to severe. Signs and Symptoms begins with a sore throat and fever. In severe cases a grey or white patch develops in the throat. This can block the airway and create a barking cough as in croup. Complications may include myocarditis, inflammation of nerves and kidney problems.