Chlamydia Psittaci (Psittacosis) Flashcards
1
Q
transmission
A
infected birds- parrots , parakeets
2
Q
risk factors
A
poultry workers, bird fanciers, pet shop owners
3
Q
transmission time period
A
Nov-dec holiday season
4
Q
clinical presentation
A
fever, headache, chills, myalgia
5
Q
Lab Microscopy
A
inclusions seen in cells of respiratory secretions;
6
Q
Lab Xray
A
bilateral interstitial pneumonia
