Bartonella Infections

Overview

Infections by the genus BARTONELLA. Bartonella bacilliformis can cause acute febrile anemia, designated Oroya fever, and a benign skin eruption, called verruga peruana. BARTONELLA QUINTANA causes TRENCH FEVER, while BARTONELLA HENSELAE is the etiologic agent of bacillary angiomatosis (ANGIOMATOSIS, BACILLARY) and is also one of the causes of CAT-SCRATCH DISEASE.

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Quick facts about Bartonella Infections

Topic type

Condition

Category

General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C01.150.252.400.126.100

Preparing for an appointment about Bartonella Infections

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• Write down your symptoms and when they started.
• Bring details of any medicines, supplements or previous treatments.
• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
• Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
• Ask when you should seek urgent medical help or follow-up care.

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