Psittacosis Flashcards

1
Q

Causative organism?

A

Chlamydia psittachi

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2
Q

Symptoms?

A

PNEUMONIA

Conjunctivitis

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3
Q

What is the treatment for the conjunctivitis in psittacosis?

A

Topical erythromycin

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4
Q

Bloods?

A

WCC

PCR

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5
Q

Other tests?

A

CxR

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6
Q

Treatment for adults non pregnant?

A

Tetracycline

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7
Q

Treatment for pregnant adults/kids?

A

A macrolide

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