Spirillum minus
Spirillum minus
Spirillum minus (pronunciation: spi·ril·lum mi·nus) is a species of bacteria that is known to cause Rat-bite fever, a rare infectious disease.
Etymology
The term "Spirillum" is derived from the Latin word "spirillum" which means "little coil", referring to the bacterium's spiral shape. The term "minus" is Latin for "smaller", indicating that this species is smaller than other species in the same genus.
Description
Spirillum minus is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium. It is aerobic, meaning it requires oxygen to grow and reproduce. It is also motile, with a unique spiral shape that allows it to move in a corkscrew-like manner.
Disease
Spirillum minus is one of the causative agents of Rat-bite fever, a rare infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans through a bite, scratch or contact with a dead rodent. Symptoms of the disease include fever, rash, and joint pain. If left untreated, the disease can be fatal.
Treatment
Treatment for Rat-bite fever caused by Spirillum minus typically involves antibiotics such as Penicillin or Tetracycline. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications.
Related Terms
- Rat-bite fever
- Bacteria
- Gram-negative bacteria
- Rod-shaped bacteria
- Aerobic bacteria
- Motile bacteria
- Penicillin
- Tetracycline
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spirillum minus
- Wikipedia's article - Spirillum minus
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