Rickettsiaceae

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Rickettsiaceae

Rickettsiaceae (pronounced: rik-et-see-ay-see-ee) is a family of Gram-negative bacteria. This family of bacteria is named after Howard Taylor Ricketts, an American pathologist.

Etymology

The term "Rickettsiaceae" is derived from the name of Howard Taylor Ricketts, who was known for his work on tick-borne spotted fever. The suffix "-aceae" is a standard ending in biological taxonomy that denotes a family.

Description

Rickettsiaceae are small, rod-shaped or coccoid bacteria that are obligate intracellular parasites. They are typically transmitted to humans and other animals through the bite of an infected arthropod vector, such as ticks, fleas, and lice.

Genera

The family Rickettsiaceae includes the following genera:

Diseases

Members of the Rickettsiaceae family are responsible for a number of serious diseases in humans, including:

Treatment

Treatment for diseases caused by Rickettsiaceae typically involves antibiotics, such as doxycycline and chloramphenicol.

Prevention

Prevention strategies for diseases caused by Rickettsiaceae focus on avoiding contact with the arthropod vectors that transmit these bacteria. This can include using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and checking for ticks after spending time in wooded or grassy areas.

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