A Case of Severe Cutaneous Anthrax: Malignant Edema Leading to Laryngeal Involvement.

, the causative agent of anthrax, primarily affects herbivorous animals but can also infect humans. This disease is prevalent in livestock, particularly in rural regions. Cutaneous anthrax, the most common form, is usually benign; however, it can cause significant edema, particularly on the face, which may spread to the neck and chest.