Leptospirosis Flashcards by Jake Roulstone | Brainscape

Q

What is leptospirosis transmitted by

A

Rat urine

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What type of organism is leptospira spp.?

A

Spirochete

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What are the neurological signs?

A

Red eyes
Headache
Meningitis in late stage

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What are the GI signs?

A

Jaundice
Diarrhoea
Abdo pain

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What are the general signs?

A

Rash
VERY HIGH FEVER
Myalgia of the calf

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Tests?

A

Bloods

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Q

What bloods are done in Weil’s?

A

Anti-IgM antibodies
Histology
PCR

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Treatment for high risk exposure?

A

IV doxycycline

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Treatment for mild disease?

A

Oral doxycycline

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