Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection
Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection
Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection (pronunciation: er-lik-e-o-sis ew-ing-ii in-fek-shun) is a type of bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Ehrlichia ewingii. It is a form of ehrlichiosis, a group of diseases transmitted by ticks.
Etymology
The term Ehrlichiosis is derived from the bacterium Ehrlichia, named after the German microbiologist Paul Ehrlich. Ewingii is named after the bacterium Ehrlichia ewingii, which was first identified in dogs by Ewing in 1971.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection can include fever, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can lead to complications such as meningitis or respiratory failure.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms, history of tick exposure, and laboratory testing. The most common laboratory test is a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, which can detect the DNA of the bacteria in the blood.
Treatment
Treatment for Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection typically involves antibiotics, such as doxycycline. Early treatment is important to prevent complications.
Prevention
Prevention of Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection primarily involves avoiding tick bites. This can be achieved through the use of tick repellents, wearing long sleeves and pants when in tick-infested areas, and checking for ticks after being outdoors.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection
- Wikipedia's article - Ehrlichiosis ewingii infection
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