Why does tetanus kill?

Question

i want to know the symtons of tetanus befor killing someone. i know that people get tetanus from rust objects like nail matel. but is this tetanus only gotten by the nails piesing soneone or there are other ways one can get it?

Answer 1

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of tetanus may include:

Stiffness of your jaw, neck and other muscles

Muscular irritability

Spasms of your jaw, neck and other muscles

Fever

As the toxin spreads to nerves supplying muscles, your face and jaw muscles may be affected by strong spasms. This is why tetanus is commonly referred to as lockjaw. You may also experience stiffness and spasms of your neck, difficulty swallowing and irritability. Spasms and stiffness can also affect your chest, abdominal and back muscles. Severe spasms can affect respiratory muscles and make it difficult for you to breathe.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tetanus...