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==Overview==
==Overview==
Trachoma is caused by the bacteria ''[[Chlamydia trachomatis]]'' and it is spread by direct contact with eye, nose, and throat [[secretions]] from affected individuals, or contact with fomites (inanimate objects), such as towels and/or washcloths, that have had similar contact with these secretions.
Trachoma is caused by the bacteria ''[[Chlamydia trachomatis]]'' and it is spread by direct contact with eye, nose, and throat [[secretions]] from affected individuals, or contact with fomites (inanimate objects), such as towels and/or washcloths, that have had similar contact with these secretions.


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Overview

Trachoma is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis and it is spread by direct contact with eye, nose, and throat secretions from affected individuals, or contact with fomites (inanimate objects), such as towels and/or washcloths, that have had similar contact with these secretions.

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