Brucellosis Flashcards
1
Q
Brucellosis
A
triad of undulating fevers, diaphoresis that smells like wet hay and migratory arthralgias and myalgias
2
Q
confirmation of brucelliosis
A
classic Huddleson, White or rose bengal reactions
ELISA or 2 mercaptoethanol assay for IgM antibodies
3
Q
rose bengal test will be
A
positive
4
Q
where do you get brucellosis
A
eating unpasteurized dairy products
5
Q
symptoms of brucellosis
A
fevers, chills, weakness, lethargy
muscle and joint aches and pains
headaches
6
Q
what is brucellosis
A
bacterial infection
from cows and farm animals.
sometimes called Mediterranean fever
