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Q fever Treatment
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Lifestyle Modifications
Prevent infection and minimize exposure to the bacteria.
- Wash hands thoroughly and regularly after contact with animals or animal products.
- Wear protective clothing, such as waterproof gloves and goggles, when working with animals.
- Avoid consuming unpasteurised milk and ensure all animal afterbirth is cleaned up safely.
- Pregnant individuals should avoid contact with sheep and lambs during lambing season (January-April) and refrain from assisting with animal births.
- Clean cuts or grazes immediately and cover them with a plaster or dressing to prevent infection entry.
- Do not eat in areas where animals are kept to minimize exposure to contaminated environments.
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Medicinal Treatment
Eradicate the bacterial infection, manage symptoms, and prevent progression to chronic disease.
- Prescription of antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline) for 1-2 weeks for acute Q fever, with strict adherence to the full course.
- Longer courses of antibiotics (months to years) for chronic Q fever, especially in cases with cardiac involvement like endocarditis.
- Symptomatic treatment for flu-like symptoms, including pain relievers and fever reducers.
- Close monitoring for the development of chronic Q fever or complications, particularly in high-risk groups.
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Surgical Treatment
Address severe complications, particularly cardiac, that may arise from Q fever.
- Surgical intervention for severe cardiac complications such as endocarditis, which may involve heart valve repair or replacement.
- Procedures to address other rare, severe complications like abscess drainage, if they arise.
- Supportive hospital care and intensive medical management for patients with severe or chronic Q fever complications.
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