What is Legionella anisa infection?

What is Legionella anisa infection?

• Legionella anisa infection: Legionella anisa is a type of bacteria which can cause infection in susceptible humans. Risk factors include diabetes, certain cancers, old age, immunosuppression, emphysema and smoking. Infection is rare and can occur at any age but the elderly or those with a weak immune system are more susceptible. These particular bacteria are commonly found in the environment (e.g. water and soil). Infection usually occurs through inhalation of the bacteria which results in a lung infection called pneumonia or may result in a flu-like illness. The bacteria may also cause respiratory system irritation, inflammation or sensitization. The nature and severity of symptoms may vary amongst patients. Some people may have the bacteria in their body but may have no symptoms. The incubation period lasts from 2 to 10 days but is usually 5 to 6 days. The infection cannot be transmitted from person to person.

Legionella anisa infection: Introduction

Types of Legionella anisa infection:

Broader types of Legionella anisa infection:

• Bacterial diseases
• Conditions involving a pathogen
• Respiratory conditions
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Who gets Legionella anisa infection?

Gender Ratio for Legionella anisa infection: male predominance

How serious is Legionella anisa infection?

Prognosis of Legionella anisa infection: Early diagnosis and treatment delivers a better prognosis. Recovery can take from weeks to many months depending on the severity of the infection and the health of the patient.
Complications of Legionella anisa infection: see complications of Legionella anisa infection

What causes Legionella anisa infection?

Causes of Legionella anisa infection: see causes of Legionella anisa infection

What are the symptoms of Legionella anisa infection?

Symptoms of Legionella anisa infection: see symptoms of Legionella anisa infection

Complications of Legionella anisa infection: see complications of Legionella anisa infection

Legionella anisa infection: Testing

Diagnostic testing: see tests for Legionella anisa infection.

Misdiagnosis: see misdiagnosis and Legionella anisa infection.

How is it treated?

Doctors and Medical Specialists for Legionella anisa infection: Infectious Disease Specialist ; see also doctors and medical specialists for Legionella anisa infection.
Treatments for Legionella anisa infection: see treatments for Legionella anisa infection

Name and Aliases of Legionella anisa infection

Main name of condition: Legionella anisa infection

Legionellosis [L. anisa], L. anisa infection

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