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Flashcards in Compylobacter Infection Deck (5)
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1
Q

What is the incubation time of compylobacter?

A

> 7 days

2
Q

What are the presenting symptoms of compylobacter?

A

Flu like prodrome
Recently travelled
Watery diarrhoea
Occasionally bloody

3
Q

What investigations?

A

Culture

4
Q

Treatment?

A

Ciprofloxacin

5
Q

Complications?

A

Post infective sequelae

  • Guillan barre
  • Reactive arthritis