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Symptoms of cutaneous anthrax start 1 to 7 days after exposure: 1  An itchy sore develops that is similar to an insect bite. This sore may blister and form a black ulcer (sore or eschar). 2  The sore is usually painless, but it is often surrounded by swelling.  A scab often forms, and then dries and falls off within 2 weeks.
Back to TopCauses. Anthrax is caused by the bacteria Bacillus anthracis. While anthrax commonly affects hoofed animals such as sheep and goats, humans may get sick from anthrax, too. The most common type of anthrax infection in people is cutaneous anthrax, an infection of the skin. The main risk factor for getting cutaneous anthrax is contact with animal hides or hair, bone products, and wool, as well as contact with infected animals.