AI Article Synopsis
- - The identification of Rickettsia akari in two patients highlights the growing variety of rickettsial diseases in southeast Mexico.
- - Rickettsialpox, caused by this bacteria, should be included in the list of possible diagnoses for patients presenting with fever.
- - Correctly recognizing rickettsialpox is crucial for effective treatment and addressing its potential risk to public health.
Article Abstract
The detection of Rickettsia akari in 2 human patients increased the diversity of rickettsioses affecting the public health in the southeast of Mexico. Rickettsialpox should be considered in the differential diagnosis with other febrile illnesses for the correct diagnosis and accurate treatment of this potential threat to human health.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2866381 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid1510.081507 | DOI Listing |
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