Chlamydia pneumoniae

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Chlamydia pneumoniae

Chlamydia pneumoniae (pronounced: kluh-MID-ee-uh noo-MOHN-yee) is a species of bacteria that infects humans and is a common cause of pneumonia.

Etymology

The term Chlamydia comes from the Greek word chlamys, meaning "cloak", and pneumoniae is derived from the Greek pneumon, meaning "lung". This refers to the bacteria's ability to infect the lungs and cause pneumonia.

Description

Chlamydia pneumoniae is an obligate intracellular parasite, meaning it can only grow and reproduce inside the cells of its host. It is a Gram-negative bacterium and is unique in its complex life cycle, which includes an infectious form (the elementary body) and a reproductive form (the reticulate body).

Symptoms

Infection with Chlamydia pneumoniae can cause a range of symptoms, from mild respiratory illness to severe pneumonia. Symptoms may include cough, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Chlamydia pneumoniae infection is typically made through laboratory tests, such as PCR (polymerase chain reaction) or serology tests.

Treatment

Treatment for Chlamydia pneumoniae infection typically involves antibiotics, such as doxycycline, azithromycin, or erythromycin.

Related Terms

  • Chlamydia: A genus of bacteria that includes Chlamydia pneumoniae.
  • Pneumonia: An infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs.
  • Antibiotics: Drugs used to treat bacterial infections.

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