What is another word for ragpickers disease?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈaɡpɪkəz dɪzˈiːz] (IPA) 
Ragpickers disease, also known as tetanus or lockjaw, is a bacterial infection caused by the Clostridium tetani bacteria. This deadly disease affects the central nervous system, leading to muscle stiffness, painful spasms, and difficulty in swallowing and breathing. There are several synonyms for the term "ragpickers disease," including trismus, which refers to the involuntary contraction of the jaw muscles, and cephalic tetanus, which affects the skull muscles and causes head and neck stiffness. Other synonyms include spasmophilia, tetanie, tetano, and lockjaw disease. Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics and tetanus vaccine can prevent the complications of this disease and save lives.
