What patient groups is Brucellosis most common?

more common in the Middle East and in farmers, vets and abattoir workers

What are the main clinical features of Brucellosis?

• non-specific: fever, malaise
• hepatosplenomegaly
• sacroiliitis: spinal tenderness may be seen
• complications: osteomyelitis, infective endocarditis, meningoencephalitis, orchitis
• leukopenia often seen

What is the management of Brucellosis?

doxycycline and streptomycin

How is Brucellosis diagnosed?

Brucella serology is the best test for diagnosis

Which species cause Brucellosis?

Four major species cause infection in humans: B. melitensis (sheep), B. abortus (cattle), B. canis and B. suis (pigs).

What is the incubation period for Brucellosis?

2 - 6 weeks