Anthrax Flashcards
1
Q
Causative organism?
A
Bacillus anthracis
2
Q
Causative organism gram and shape?
A
Gram positive rod
3
Q
How does anthrax spread?
A
Infected carcasses
4
Q
Causative organism produces a tripartite protein toxin containing?
A
- Protective antigen
- Oedema factor
- Lethal factor
5
Q
Main symptom?
A
Painless black eschar
6
Q
What other symptoms may be present?
A
Marked oedema or GI bleeding
7
Q
Treatment?
A
Ciprofloxacin