Bacillary Angiomatosis
Bacillary Angiomatosis (pronunciation: ba-sil-lary an-gee-o-ma-toe-sis) is a systemic bacterial infection that primarily affects individuals with weakened immune systems, particularly those with HIV/AIDS. It is caused by the bacteria Bartonella henselae and Bartonella quintana.
Etymology
The term "Bacillary Angiomatosis" is derived from the Latin bacillus meaning "little rod", referring to the shape of the bacteria, and angiomatosis, a term in medical science referring to the proliferation of blood vessels, which is a characteristic feature of this condition.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Bacillary Angiomatosis include fever, fatigue, weight loss, and skin lesions that may resemble Kaposi's sarcoma. The lesions are typically red, raised, and may bleed easily.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Bacillary Angiomatosis is typically made through a biopsy of a lesion. The bacteria can be seen under a microscope and may be further identified through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing.
Treatment
Treatment for Bacillary Angiomatosis typically involves long-term antibiotic therapy. The antibiotics doxycycline and erythromycin are commonly used.
Related Terms
- Bartonella
- Immunocompromised
- Bacterial Infection
- HIV/AIDS
- Kaposi's Sarcoma
- Biopsy
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Antibiotic Therapy
- Doxycycline
- Erythromycin
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bacillary Angiomatosis
- Wikipedia's article - Bacillary Angiomatosis
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