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What type of organism is F. tularensis?
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Wild animals, including rabbits, deer and rodents.
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How is F. tularensis transmitted to humans?
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By vectors such as ticks, lice, and mice, or by contact with animal hide.
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How does F. tularensis present clinically?
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1) Ulcer at site of infection
2) Lymphadenopathy at multiple sites 3) Flu-like symptoms including fever, chills, headache, malaise, and anorexia. |
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What is the name for this constellation of symptoms caused by F. tularensis?
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Tularenmia
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What is another name of tularemia?
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Rabbit or deerfly fever.
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What other disease presents with similar symptoms and must therefore be considered in the differential diagnosis?
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Lyme disease
However, it presents with a rash and not an ulcer. |
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What are less-common symptoms of F. tularensis infection?
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Conjunctivitis
Pneumonia Pharyngitis |
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How is F. tularensis infection diagnosed?
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History of possible exposure confirmed with serologic studies including enzyme-linked immunoabsorbent assay.
Rarely cultured from blood. |
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What is an important ingredient of an F. tularensis growth medium?
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Cysteine to provide a sulfhydryl source.
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What is the treatment for F. tularensis?
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Streptomycin or gentamycin
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