Coxiella burnetii - Wikipedia
WEBCoxiella burnetii is an obligate intracellular bacterial pathogen, and is the causative agent of Q fever. [1] The genus Coxiella is morphologically similar to Rickettsia, but with a variety of genetic and physiological differences.
Q fever - Wikipedia
WEBQ fever or query fever is a disease caused by infection with Coxiella burnetii, [1][3][4] a bacterium that affects humans and other animals. This organism is uncommon, but may be found in cattle, sheep, goats, and other domestic mammals, including cats and dogs.
About Q fever | Q Fever | CDC
WEBMay 15, 2024 · Q fever is a disease caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii. These bacteria naturally infect some animals, such as goats, sheep, and cows. These bacteria are found in the birth products (i.e. placenta, amniotic fluid), urine, poop, and milk of …
Coxiella (bacterium) - Wikipedia
WEBCoxiella refers to a genus of Gram-negative bacteria in the family Coxiellaceae. It is named after Herald Rea Cox (1907–1986), an American bacteriologist. It is one of the Gammaproteobacteria. [2] Coxiella burnetii is the best known member of this genus.
Coxiella burnetii Infection - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBMay 22, 2023 · Coxiella burnetii is the causative agent of Q fever, which is a zoonotic disease. Q fever can present as a febrile illness, pneumonia, or hepatitis. If it is not appropriately treated, it can lead to complications such as osteomyelitis, endocarditis, and vascular infections.
Q Fever: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Prevention & Treatment
WEBSep 20, 2022 · Q fever is an illness you get from dust or animal products containing the bacterium Coxiella burnetii (C. burnetii). Sheep, goats, cattle and other animals can carry C. burnetii. It can get into the soil around them, allowing it to spread to people.
Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Q fever | Q Fever | CDC
WEBMay 15, 2024 · Key points. Q fever, caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii, can cause both acute and chronic illness. People are commonly exposed from contact with infected animals or exposure to contaminated environments. Symptoms usually develop within 2-3 weeks of exposure, although as many as half of infected people are asymptomatic.
Signs and Symptoms of Q fever - CDC
WEBMay 15, 2024 · Signs and symptoms. About half of people who are infected with Coxiella burnetii, the bacteria that causes Q fever, will get sick. Illness typically develops 2-3 weeks after being exposed to the bacteria. Signs and symptoms of Q fever may include: Fever. Chills or sweats. Fatigue (tiredness) Headache. Muscle aches. Nausea, vomiting, or …
Q Fever - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBNov 18, 2022 · Review Clinical microbiology of Coxiella burnetii and relevant aspects for the diagnosis and control of the zoonotic disease Q fever.
Q Fever - Q Fever - Merck Manual Professional Edition
WEBQ fever is an acute or chronic disease caused by the rickettsial-like bacillus Coxiella burnetii (See also Overview of Rickettsial and Related Infections.) Coxiella burnetii is a small, intracellular, pleomorphic bacillus that is no longer classified as Rickettsia.