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Tularemia is an infection common in wild rodents caused by the organism Francisella tularensis and transmitted to humans by contact with animal tissues or ticks .
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Symptoms
Chills; Enlarged lymph nodes of the groin or armpits; Fever; Headache; Joint stiffness; Muscle pains; Possible conjunct...
Causes
Humans can contract tularemia in the following ways: Direct contact, through a break in the skin, with an infected anim...
Tests
Serology for tularemia; PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test of a sample from an ulcer; Blood culture for tularemia; Ch...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to cure the infection with antibiotic treatment. Streptomycin and tetracycline are commonly us...
Prevention
A vaccine is recommended for people at high risk (trappers, hunters, and laboratory workers who work with the organism.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms develop after a rodent bite, tick bite, or exposure to the flesh of a wild a...
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