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Definition of Anthrax pneumonia
1. Noun. A form of anthrax infection acquired by inhalation of dust containing Bacillus anthracis; initial symptoms (chill and cough and dyspnea and rapid pulse) are followed by extreme cardiovascular collapse.
Exact synonyms: Inhalation Anthrax, Pulmonary Anthrax, Ragpicker's Disease, Ragsorter's Disease, Woolsorter's Disease, Woolsorter's Pneumonia
Generic synonyms: Anthrax
Generic synonyms: Anthrax
Medical Definition of Anthrax pneumonia
1. A form of anthrax acquired by inhalation of dust containing Bacillus anthracis; there is an initial chill followed by pain in the back and legs, rapid respiration, dyspnea, cough, fever, rapid pulse, and extreme cardiovascular collapse. Synonym: anthrax pneumonia, ragpicker's disease, ragsorter's disease, rag-sorter's disease, wool-sorter's pneumonia, woolsorter's disease, wool-sorter's disease. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Anthrax Pneumonia
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