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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pontiac fever | |||
| synonyms = [[Non-pneumonic legionellosis]] | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[headache]], [[muscle aches]] | |||
| complications = None | |||
| onset = 1–3 days after exposure | |||
| duration = 2–5 days | |||
| causes = ''[[Legionella]]'' bacteria | |||
| risks = Exposure to contaminated water sources | |||
| diagnosis = Based on symptoms and history of exposure | |||
| differential = [[Influenza]], [[common cold]] | |||
| prevention = Proper maintenance of water systems | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]] | |||
| medication = None specific, [[antipyretics]] for fever | |||
| prognosis = Excellent, self-limiting | |||
| frequency = Unknown, but less common than [[Legionnaires' disease]] | |||
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'''Pontiac fever''' is a mild form of [[Legionellosis]], an infection caused by the [[Legionella]] bacteria. Unlike [[Legionnaires' disease]], another form of Legionellosis, Pontiac fever does not cause pneumonia. | '''Pontiac fever''' is a mild form of [[Legionellosis]], an infection caused by the [[Legionella]] bacteria. Unlike [[Legionnaires' disease]], another form of Legionellosis, Pontiac fever does not cause pneumonia. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Pontiac fever include [[fever]], [[chills]], [[headache]], and [[muscle aches]]. These symptoms usually begin within a few hours to two days after exposure to the bacteria and last for two to five days. | The symptoms of Pontiac fever include [[fever]], [[chills]], [[headache]], and [[muscle aches]]. These symptoms usually begin within a few hours to two days after exposure to the bacteria and last for two to five days. | ||
== Cause == | == Cause == | ||
Pontiac fever is caused by the Legionella bacteria, which are found naturally in the environment, usually in water. The bacteria grow best in warm water, like the kind found in hot tubs, cooling towers, hot water tanks, large plumbing systems, or parts of the air-conditioning systems of large buildings. | Pontiac fever is caused by the Legionella bacteria, which are found naturally in the environment, usually in water. The bacteria grow best in warm water, like the kind found in hot tubs, cooling towers, hot water tanks, large plumbing systems, or parts of the air-conditioning systems of large buildings. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Pontiac fever is diagnosed based on the patient's symptoms and their exposure to a possible source of Legionella bacteria. Because the symptoms of Pontiac fever are similar to those of other respiratory illnesses, it can be difficult to diagnose. | Pontiac fever is diagnosed based on the patient's symptoms and their exposure to a possible source of Legionella bacteria. Because the symptoms of Pontiac fever are similar to those of other respiratory illnesses, it can be difficult to diagnose. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Pontiac fever usually clears up on its own without treatment. However, if symptoms persist, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics. | Pontiac fever usually clears up on its own without treatment. However, if symptoms persist, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of Pontiac fever involves controlling the growth of Legionella bacteria in water systems. | Prevention of Pontiac fever involves controlling the growth of Legionella bacteria in water systems. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Legionnaires' disease]] | * [[Legionnaires' disease]] | ||
* [[Legionellosis]] | * [[Legionellosis]] | ||
* [[Legionella]] | * [[Legionella]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Waterborne diseases]] | [[Category:Waterborne diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:59, 4 April 2025
| Pontiac fever | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Non-pneumonic legionellosis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, headache, muscle aches |
| Complications | None |
| Onset | 1–3 days after exposure |
| Duration | 2–5 days |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Legionella bacteria |
| Risks | Exposure to contaminated water sources |
| Diagnosis | Based on symptoms and history of exposure |
| Differential diagnosis | Influenza, common cold |
| Prevention | Proper maintenance of water systems |
| Treatment | Supportive care |
| Medication | None specific, antipyretics for fever |
| Prognosis | Excellent, self-limiting |
| Frequency | Unknown, but less common than Legionnaires' disease |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pontiac fever is a mild form of Legionellosis, an infection caused by the Legionella bacteria. Unlike Legionnaires' disease, another form of Legionellosis, Pontiac fever does not cause pneumonia.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Pontiac fever include fever, chills, headache, and muscle aches. These symptoms usually begin within a few hours to two days after exposure to the bacteria and last for two to five days.
Cause[edit]
Pontiac fever is caused by the Legionella bacteria, which are found naturally in the environment, usually in water. The bacteria grow best in warm water, like the kind found in hot tubs, cooling towers, hot water tanks, large plumbing systems, or parts of the air-conditioning systems of large buildings.
Diagnosis[edit]
Pontiac fever is diagnosed based on the patient's symptoms and their exposure to a possible source of Legionella bacteria. Because the symptoms of Pontiac fever are similar to those of other respiratory illnesses, it can be difficult to diagnose.
Treatment[edit]
Pontiac fever usually clears up on its own without treatment. However, if symptoms persist, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of Pontiac fever involves controlling the growth of Legionella bacteria in water systems.
