Chlamydiaceae

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Chlamydiaceae

Chlamydiaceae (pronounced: kluh-mid-ee-AY-see-ee) is a family of bacteria that are obligate intracellular parasites. They are known to cause a range of diseases in humans and animals.

Etymology

The name Chlamydiaceae is derived from the Greek word chlamys, which means cloak. This is in reference to these bacteria's ability to 'cloak' themselves within the cells of their host.

Characteristics

Members of the Chlamydiaceae family are non-motile and lack a peptidoglycan cell wall, which is a characteristic feature of most other bacteria. They have a unique developmental cycle that takes place entirely within the host cell. This cycle involves the formation of two distinct cellular forms - the elementary body and the reticulate body.

Diseases

Chlamydiaceae are responsible for a variety of diseases in humans and animals. In humans, they are most commonly associated with Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection. Other diseases caused by Chlamydiaceae include Psittacosis, a disease primarily affecting birds but can also infect humans, and Trachoma, a major cause of blindness worldwide.

Treatment

Treatment for infections caused by Chlamydiaceae typically involves antibiotics, such as Doxycycline or Azithromycin. However, due to the intracellular nature of these bacteria, treatment can be challenging and often requires prolonged therapy.

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