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A 42-year-old patient has been hospitalized in a severe condition with seizures. Objectively, he has a sardonic smile and nuchal rigidity. Stimulation provokes clonic seizures in the limbs. Pulse - 140/min. respiratory rate - 30/min. According to the patient's wife, three weeks ago he injured his leg with a rusty nail. What is the most likely diagnosis in this case?

Answer options

  1. Erysipelas
  2. Meningitis
  3. Rabies
  4. Tetanus
  5. Tick-borne encephalitis
Correct answer

Tetanus

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