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Article Synopsis
- - Psittacosis is a rare disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydophila psittaci, which is transmitted through contaminated birds and can lead to respiratory and other systemic symptoms.
- - A 42-year-old woman with exposure to birds presented to the emergency department with muscle pain, joint inflammation, and respiratory issues, showing signs of a severe infection confirmed as atypical pneumonia caused by Chlamydophila psittaci.
- - Treatment primarily involves tetracyclines, with macrolides as an effective alternative, emphasizing the need for awareness of the patient's exposure history for timely diagnosis and management.