Bacterial Cardiovascular and Systemic Diseases

Toxemia

Exotoxins are released from living microorganisms, while endotoxins are released from Gram-negative bacteria

Due to the release of endotoxin as the bacteria die, which activates various defensive reactions by the body

<p>Prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent severe septicemia and improve patient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because they are more susceptible to severe infections and may not be able to fight off the infection as effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fever, fatigue, malaise, tachycardia (FFMT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Viridans streptococci</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through the bite of an infected tick or contact with an infected animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Usually requires no treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Serological confirmation</p> Signup and view all the answers