Rabbit fever
Rabbit fever
Rabbit fever, also known as Tularemia (/tuːləˈriːmiə/), is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. The disease is typically severe and can be fatal if not treated properly.
Etymology
The term "Rabbit fever" is derived from the fact that the disease is often transmitted through contact with infected rabbits. The scientific name, Tularemia, is named after Tulare County, California, where the bacterium was first isolated in 1911.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Rabbit fever include fever, chills, headache, diarrhea, muscle aches, joint pain, dry cough, and progressive weakness. Individuals may also experience skin ulcers, swollen and painful lymph glands, inflamed eyes, sore throat, and difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Transmission
Rabbit fever can be transmitted through several routes. These include direct contact with infected animals, inhalation of contaminated dust or aerosols, ingestion of contaminated water, and bites from infected ticks, mosquitoes, or flies.
Treatment
Treatment for Rabbit fever typically involves antibiotics such as streptomycin, gentamicin, doxycycline, or ciprofloxacin. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent serious complications.
Prevention
Prevention of Rabbit fever involves avoiding contact with wild animals, especially rabbits, using insect repellent, and wearing gloves when handling sick or dead animals.
Related Terms
- Zoonotic disease: Diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
- Vector (epidemiology): An organism that does not cause disease itself but transmits infection by conveying pathogens from one host to another.
- Endemic (epidemiology): The constant presence of a disease or infectious agent within a given geographic area or population group.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rabbit fever
- Wikipedia's article - Rabbit fever
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