peds95 Flashcards
1
Q
ehrlicosis- how is it transmitted
A
tick bite
2
Q
why is ehlricosis called spotless RMSF
A
because it has many of the same symptoms but no rash; same lab findings, and same treatment (doxy)
3
Q
cat scratch disease caused by what?
A
gram neg bacteri called bartonella henselae
4
Q
clinical features of cat scratch disease
A
regional lymphadenopathy, distal to and after a cat or kitten scratch
