Plague

Plague is a bacterial disease transmitted from rodents, usually by fleas. Although rare, the disease is present in Africa, Asia, North and South America.

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Symptoms

Plague causes fever, chills and enlarged lymph nodes which progress to large tender discoloured lesions (bubonic plague) and respiratory complications. Inhaling airborne droplets (pneumonic plague) also occurs, but is very rare.

Prevention

Take precautions against flea bites in areas where plague is known.

Treatment

With early diagnosis, the disease can be treated with antibiotics.