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1.12) TROPICAL, FUNGAL, & ANIMAL-BORNE DISEASES > 1.01 Animal-Borne Diseases (Part I) > Flashcards

1.01 Animal-Borne Diseases (Part I) Flashcards

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LEPTOSPIROSIS

How is Leptospirosis transmitted?

A

There will be some sort of Exposure to Animals (i.e., ate food contaminated by the urine of infected animals)

A SPIROCHETE is the causitive agent of Leptospirosis

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LEPTOSPIROSIS

What are (5) common symptoms of Leptospirosis?

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  1. Fever
  2. Abdominal Pain
  3. Muscle Aches
  4. Jaundice
  5. Altered Mental Status (severe disease)

Animal Exposure + Jaundice + Renal = Leptospirosis

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LEPTOSPIROSIS

How is Leptospirosis Diagnosed?

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Serology

Also, look for ELEVATION in CPK level

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LEPTOSPIROSIS

What is the Treatment for Leptospirosis?

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Ceftriaxone

or

Penicillin

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TULAREMIA

How is Tularemia transmitted?

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Involves Contact with Rabbits during the Summer (i.e., a hunter who has touched a small, furry animal)

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TULAREMIA

What are (3) common signs/symptoms of Tularemia?

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  1. Ulcer (at site of contact)
  2. Enlarged Lymph Nodes
  3. Conjunctivitis
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TULAREMIA

How is Tularemia Diagnosed?

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Serology

Note that taking a culture is dangerous, as SPORES can cause Severe Pneumonia in lab personnel.

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TULAREMIA

Which form of Tularemia is Rapidly Fatal?

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Pneumonic

(Lung)

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TULAREMIA

What is the Treatment for Tularemia?

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Doxycycline

or

Gentamicin

or

Streptomycin

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CYSTICERCOSIS

How is Cystircercosis transmitted?

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Ingestion of Infected Pork

in endemic areas such as Mexico, South America, Eastern Europe, or India

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CYSTICERCOSIS

What is a potential Symptom of Cysticercosis?

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Seizure

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CYSTICERCOSIS

How is Cysticercosis Diagnosed?

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CT Head

  • will show Thin-walled Cysts, which are most often*
  • Calcified*
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CYSTICERCOSIS

What is the Treatment for Active Cysticercosis?

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Albendazole

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CYSTICERCOSIS

What is the Treatment for Inactive Cysticercosis (patient only presents with Calcified Lesions and Seizures)?

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Anti-Epileptic Therapy (only)

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TRICHINELLOSIS

How is Trichinellosis transmitted?

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Ingestion of Undercooked Meats (most often pork)

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TRICHINELLOSIS

What are (6) common symptoms of Trichinellosis?

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  1. Diarrhea
  2. Abdominal Pain
  3. Vomiting.
  4. Swelling of the Face
  5. Muscle Pains
  6. Rash
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TRICHINELLOSIS

  1. Which (2) Lab findings are part of the Best INITIAL Diagnostic Tests for Trichinellosis?
  2. What are (2) Confirmatory Diagnostic Tests for Trichinellosis?
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  1. Best Initial: Increased Eosinophils & Increased CPK
  2. Confirmatory: ELISA or Muscle Biopsy
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TRICHINELLOSIS

  1. What are (2) Medical Treatments for Trichinellosis?
  2. What is the best way to Prevent Trichinellosis?
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  1. Albendazole or Mebendazole
  2. Prevent by Fully Cooking Meat

1.12) TROPICAL, FUNGAL, & ANIMAL-BORNE DISEASES (3 decks)

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