What is brucellosis?
Oct 17, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Haiying
Introduction
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by Brucella bacteria, with transmission primarily occurring among herders or veterinarians during lambing. Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease; sources of infection include sheep, cattle, pigs, dogs, camels, and other animals, and it can be transmitted through the digestive tract, respiratory tract, or skin contact. If patients develop symptoms, they are advised to seek medical attention at a hospital promptly.
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by Brucella bacteria, with transmission primarily occurring among herders or veterinarians during lambing. The specific details are as follows:
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection. Reservoirs include sheep, cattle, pigs, dogs, camels, and other animals. It can be transmitted via the digestive tract, respiratory tract, or through skin contact. Humans usually become infected through contact with excretions from infected animals or by consuming food products derived from infected or diseased animals. Once Brucella enters the human body, it grows and multiplies within cells, forming lesions.
Patients with brucellosis may experience symptoms such as chills, profuse sweating, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, dizziness, and weight loss. Some patients may also develop swollen lymph nodes and enlargement of the liver and spleen. Additionally, complications such as osteoarthritis, epididymo-orchitis, and brucellar endocarditis may occur.
If patients experience any discomfort or symptoms, they should seek timely medical attention at a hospital to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
