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Gastrointestinal anthrax

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Link to WHO Definition

Gastrointestinal anthrax – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1800193089

Gastrointestinal anthrax caused by bacteria called Bacillus anthracis occurs when someone eats anthrax-tainted meat which is one of the three main routes. Symptoms of gastrointestinal anthrax usually develop within one week and can affect the mouth, oesophagus, intestines, and colon. Symptoms may include nausea and vomiting (the vomit may include blood), anaemia and bloody diarrhoea.