Q Fever Flashcards
1
Q
what is Q fever caused by?
A
coxiella burnetii
2
Q
where is coxiella burnetii found?
A
- abattoir
- cattle
- sheep
- inhaled from infected dust
3
Q
what features are seen in Q fever?
A
- prodrome - fever, malaise
- pyrexia of unknown origin
- transaminitis
- atypical pneumonia
- endocarditis (culture-negative)
4
Q
what is transaminitis?
A
high levels of certain liver enzymes (e.g. transaminases)
5
Q
what is the management of Q fever
A
Q fever
