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Clostridium perfringens: THB Pestilence Profile

January 16, 2010/1/0/

A weaker cousin of the frightening C. difficile, this creature can however wreak havoc when outside of its usual habitat. It secretes powerful toxins that can lead to cellulitis, gas gangrene and necrotizing fasciitis.

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Coxiella burnetti: THB Pestilence Profile

January 15, 2010/0/0/

This agent causes “Q fever” (headaches, chills, and respiratory symptoms). The “Q” stands for Question which is what this Spinx-like creature asks its victim before killing them if they answered incorrectly.

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Pasteurella Multocida: THB Pestilence Profile

December 13, 2009/0/0/

A fearsome were-creature that often requires the summoning of apothecary warrior teams to be effectively stopped. Once bitten or scratched, the victim can suffer from infection of the bite, leading to bacteremia, bone infections (osteomyelitis) and joint infections (septic arthritis).

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