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Plague is a severe and potentially deadly bacterial infection. |
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Symptoms
Bubonic plague symptoms appear suddenly, usually after 2-5 days of exposure to the bacteria. Symptoms include: High f...
Causes
Plague is caused by the organism Yersinia pestis. Rodents, such as rats, spread the disease to humans. People can get...
Treatments
Persons with the plague need immediate treatment. If treatment is not received within 24 hours of when the first symp...
Risk Factors
- Contact With Infected animal
- Contact With Infected Person
- Environmental infestation of rodents
Complications
Plague is a serious, potentially life-threatening infectious disease that is usually transmitted to humans by the bit...
Prevention
Rat control and surveillance of the disease in the wild rodent population are the main measures used to control the r...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms develop after exposure to fleas or rodents, especially if you live in or h...
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