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= Campylobacter =
 
 
== Definition ==
 
 
 
* 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)
 
* MALT lymphoma
 
* MALT lymphoma
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[[Category:Gram-negative bacilli]]

Revision as of 06:11, 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