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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Sodoku | |||
| synonyms = Rat-bite fever | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[rash]], [[arthritis]] | |||
| complications = [[Endocarditis]], [[meningitis]] | |||
| onset = 3–10 days after exposure | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = ''[[Streptobacillus moniliformis]]'' or ''[[Spirillum minus]]'' | |||
| risks = [[Rat]] bites or exposure to [[rodent]]s | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood culture]], [[serology]] | |||
| differential = [[Leptospirosis]], [[syphilis]], [[Lyme disease]] | |||
| prevention = Avoiding contact with [[rodent]]s | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]] such as [[penicillin]] or [[doxycycline]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Sodoku''' is a bacterial zoonotic disease caused by the bacterium ''[[Spirillum minus]]'' or ''[[Streptobacillus moniliformis]]''. It is primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected rat, although other rodents can also be carriers. The disease is also known as rat-bite fever, spirillary rat-bite fever, or Haverhill fever. | '''Sodoku''' is a bacterial zoonotic disease caused by the bacterium ''[[Spirillum minus]]'' or ''[[Streptobacillus moniliformis]]''. It is primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected rat, although other rodents can also be carriers. The disease is also known as rat-bite fever, spirillary rat-bite fever, or Haverhill fever. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Sodoku typically appear within 7 to 21 days after exposure to the bacteria. These symptoms may include: | The symptoms of Sodoku typically appear within 7 to 21 days after exposure to the bacteria. These symptoms may include: | ||
* Fever | * Fever | ||
* Chills | * Chills | ||
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* Rash | * Rash | ||
* Swelling at the site of the bite | * Swelling at the site of the bite | ||
In severe cases, complications such as endocarditis, meningitis, and pneumonia can occur. | In severe cases, complications such as endocarditis, meningitis, and pneumonia can occur. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Sodoku is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and history of exposure to rats or other rodents. Laboratory tests can also be used to confirm the diagnosis, including blood cultures and serologic tests. | Diagnosis of Sodoku is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and history of exposure to rats or other rodents. Laboratory tests can also be used to confirm the diagnosis, including blood cultures and serologic tests. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Sodoku typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria. Penicillin is the most commonly used antibiotic, although other antibiotics may be used in patients who are allergic to penicillin. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | Treatment for Sodoku typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria. Penicillin is the most commonly used antibiotic, although other antibiotics may be used in patients who are allergic to penicillin. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of Sodoku primarily involves avoiding contact with rats and other rodents, particularly in areas where the disease is known to occur. This can include using rodent-proof containers for food and garbage, sealing holes and gaps in homes and buildings, and using traps or poisons to control rodent populations. | Prevention of Sodoku primarily involves avoiding contact with rats and other rodents, particularly in areas where the disease is known to occur. This can include using rodent-proof containers for food and garbage, sealing holes and gaps in homes and buildings, and using traps or poisons to control rodent populations. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Zoonosis]] | * [[Zoonosis]] | ||
* [[Rat-bite fever]] | * [[Rat-bite fever]] | ||
* [[Haverhill fever]] | * [[Haverhill fever]] | ||
[[Category:Zoonotic bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Zoonotic bacterial diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Rodent-carried diseases]] | [[Category:Rodent-carried diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:57, 4 April 2025
| Sodoku | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Rat-bite fever |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, rash, arthritis |
| Complications | Endocarditis, meningitis |
| Onset | 3–10 days after exposure |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Streptobacillus moniliformis or Spirillum minus |
| Risks | Rat bites or exposure to rodents |
| Diagnosis | Blood culture, serology |
| Differential diagnosis | Leptospirosis, syphilis, Lyme disease |
| Prevention | Avoiding contact with rodents |
| Treatment | Antibiotics such as penicillin or doxycycline |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Sodoku is a bacterial zoonotic disease caused by the bacterium Spirillum minus or Streptobacillus moniliformis. It is primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected rat, although other rodents can also be carriers. The disease is also known as rat-bite fever, spirillary rat-bite fever, or Haverhill fever.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Sodoku typically appear within 7 to 21 days after exposure to the bacteria. These symptoms may include:
- Fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Muscle and joint pain
- Rash
- Swelling at the site of the bite
In severe cases, complications such as endocarditis, meningitis, and pneumonia can occur.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Sodoku is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and history of exposure to rats or other rodents. Laboratory tests can also be used to confirm the diagnosis, including blood cultures and serologic tests.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Sodoku typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria. Penicillin is the most commonly used antibiotic, although other antibiotics may be used in patients who are allergic to penicillin. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of Sodoku primarily involves avoiding contact with rats and other rodents, particularly in areas where the disease is known to occur. This can include using rodent-proof containers for food and garbage, sealing holes and gaps in homes and buildings, and using traps or poisons to control rodent populations.
