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What type of bacterium is Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
What is the mode of transmission of Leptospira?
What is the characteristic shape of Leptospira bacteria?
What is the common route of transmission of Brucella?
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What is the characteristic of Rickettsia bacteria?
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What is the common disease caused by Rickettsia?
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What are the two common diagnostic methods used to confirm a Leptospira infection?
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What are the typical symptoms of brucellosis, a zoonotic disease caused by Brucella bacteria?
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What is the primary vector responsible for transmitting Rickettsia bacteria, causing diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus?
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What are the three stages of syphilis, a disease caused by Treponema bacteria, and their characteristic symptoms?
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What is the antibiotic of choice for treating mild to moderate cases of leptospirosis, and what is the recommended duration of treatment?
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What is the importance of vaccination in preventing brucellosis, a zoonotic disease caused by Brucella bacteria?
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Study Notes
Bacterial Agents of Disease
Pseudomonas
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa:
- Gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium
- Opportunistic pathogen, causes infections in immunocompromised individuals
- Can cause pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and bloodstream infections
- Produces various virulence factors, including exotoxins and biofilms
- Multidrug-resistant strains are emerging, making treatment challenging
Leptospira
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Leptospira:
- Spirochete bacterium, causing Leptospirosis
- Zoonotic disease, transmitted through contaminated water or direct contact with infected animals
- Symptoms: fever, headache, muscle aches, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Can cause kidney and liver failure, meningitis, and respiratory distress
- Diagnosis: serology, PCR, and culture
- Treatment: antibiotics, supportive care, and hydration
Brucella
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Brucella:
- Gram-negative, aerobic, coccobacillus bacterium
- Causes Brucellosis, a zoonotic disease transmitted through:
- Direct contact with infected animals (e.g., goats, sheep, cattle)
- Contaminated milk, cheese, or meat
- Symptoms: fever, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, and swelling of lymph nodes
- Can cause chronic infections, leading to complications like arthritis, hepatitis, and meningitis
- Diagnosis: serology, PCR, and culture
- Treatment: antibiotics, often in combination with rifampicin and doxycycline
Rickettsia
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Rickettsia:
- Gram-negative, obligate intracellular bacteria
- Causes Rickettsioses, a group of diseases transmitted through tick bites or lice
- Includes diseases like:
- Rocky Mountain spotted fever (R. rickettsii)
- Epidemic typhus (R. prowazekii)
- Murine typhus (R. typhi)
- Symptoms: fever, headache, rash, and muscle pain
- Can cause severe complications, such as meningitis, pneumonia, and cardiovascular failure
- Diagnosis: serology, PCR, and culture
- Treatment: antibiotics, primarily doxycycline
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Description
This quiz covers the characteristics, transmission, and treatment of four bacterial agents of disease: Pseudomonas, Leptospira, Brucella, and Rickettsia. Learn about their virulence factors, symptoms, and diagnosis methods.
