Oroya fever

Oroya fever is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Baratoneia henselae. Infection occurs through the skin or respiratory tract through contact with an infected person or animal.

After infection, the patient may experience fever and fatigue for several days. Symptoms then appear, such as muscle and joint pain, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. There may also be discharge from the nose and eyes. If left untreated, Oroya fever can lead to serious consequences, including pneumonia, pneumonia, meningitis and even death.

To diagnose the disease, a blood test is performed to detect the presence of antibodies to the bacterium. Treatment includes antibiotics, which may be prescribed for up to 3 weeks. It is also important to stay in bed, drink plenty of fluids, and avoid contact with other people.

Oroya fever is a fairly common disease in some parts of the world, especially in warm climates. It can be transmitted through skin contact with infected animals such as bats, chewing