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Diphtheria Diagnosis — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardInfectious DiseaseDiphtheria DiagnosisRACP Paediatrics

Sore throat with grey-white pharyngeal membrane, bull-neck, myocarditis. Unvaccinated immigrant. Diagnosis?

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Correct answer: DDiphtheria

Diphtheria: pseudomembrane + toxin-mediated complications. Antitoxin + antibiotics urgently.

Reference: Australian Immunisation Handbook – 2025