Tularemia (Rabbit Fever) | Causes, Pathogenesis, Forms, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video provides a comprehensive overview of tularemia, a zoonotic infection caused by Francisella tularensis. It covers the transmission methods, risk factors, and pathophysiology of the disease. The clinical presentation is diverse, with six forms ranging from ulceroglandular to typhoidal. Diagnosis involves serology and PCR testing, while treatment includes antibiotics like streptomycin and gentamicin. The video emphasizes the importance of recognizing tularemia's varied symptoms for effective diagnosis and treatment.

What is the primary cause of tularemia?

• A parasite

• A bacterium

• A fungus

• A virus

Which occupation is NOT considered at higher risk for tularemia?

• Teachers

• Farmers

• Hunters

• Veterinarians

How does Francisella tularensis primarily replicate within the host?

• In the liver

• Inside red blood cells

• Inside macrophages

• In the bloodstream

Which form of tularemia is characterized by an eye infection?

• Oculoglandular

• Pharyngeal

• Ulceroglandular

• Glandular

What is a key symptom of typhoidal tularemia?

• Eye redness

• Regional lymphadenopathy

• Skin ulcers

• Abdominal pain and diarrhea

Which diagnostic method is NOT typically used for tularemia?

• Bacterial culture

• Serology testing

• PCR testing

• MRI scan

Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat tularemia?

• Azithromycin

• Ciprofloxacin

• Streptomycin

• Amoxicillin

What is the main challenge in diagnosing tularemia?

• Lack of symptoms

• Diverse clinical presentations

• Rapid progression

• No available tests

What is the consequence of untreated tularemia?

• Immediate recovery

• Chronic symptoms

• No effect

• Spontaneous resolution

Which of the following is NOT a treatment option for tularemia?

• Penicillin

• Tetracyclines

• Gentamicin

• Fluoroquinolones