Psittacosis Flashcards
1
Q
Causative organism?
A
Chlamydia psittachi
2
Q
Symptoms?
A
PNEUMONIA
Conjunctivitis
3
Q
What is the treatment for the conjunctivitis in psittacosis?
A
Topical erythromycin
4
Q
Bloods?
A
WCC
PCR
5
Q
Other tests?
A
CxR
6
Q
Treatment for adults non pregnant?
A
Tetracycline
7
Q
Treatment for pregnant adults/kids?
A
A macrolide