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= Campylobacter = |
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== Definition == |
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* Gram-negative bacillus that is a common cause of foodborne illness, especially associated with undercooked poultry |
* Gram-negative bacillus that is a common cause of foodborne illness, especially associated with undercooked poultry |
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* Guillian-Barré syndrome (GBS) |
* Guillian-Barré syndrome (GBS) |
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* MALT lymphoma |
* MALT lymphoma |
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{{DISPLAYTITLE:''Campylobacter'' species}} |
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[[Category:Gram-negative bacilli]] |
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Revision as of 10:11, 16 August 2019
- Gram-negative bacillus that is a common cause of foodborne illness, especially associated with undercooked poultry
Management
- No antibiotics needed if stable
- If requiring antibiotics, use ciprofloxacin or azithomycin for 5 days, or clarithromycin for 7 days
Complications
- Guillian-Barré syndrome (GBS)
- MALT lymphoma
