Condition
Query fever
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 4 May 20051 min read
Alternative names
Q fever
Definition
Q fever is an infection caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii, which can cause Pneumonia and hepatitis (liver inflammation) in its early stages, and infection of the heart valves (endocarditis) if the condition becomes chronic (persisting over time).
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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