What are the complications associated with diphtheria?

What are the complications associated with diphtheria?

Diphtheria can result in a number of long-term complications, including:

• Blockage of your air passages.
• Injury to your heart muscle.
• Injury to your nerves.
• Sluggishness or lethargy.
• Paralysis (being unable to move).
• Lung infection or loss of lung function.