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What is the scientific name of the invertebrate that causes babesiosis?
Babesiosis is a malaria-like parasitic disease caused by 'Babesia', a genus of protozoal piroplasms.
Is Babesiosis rare?
Babesiosis is a rare, tick-transmitted disease
When is the risk for babesiosis highest?
The risk for babesiosis is highest during June and July
How is babesiosis treated?
In serious cases, babesiosis is treated with a combination of clindamycin (Cleocin) and quinine
How often does Babesiosis occur?
By 1995, fewer than 500 cases of babesiosis had been reported in the United States
What are the dangers to humans who have babesiosis?
Babesiosis is a disease mainly caused by ticks. This disease is similar to malaria and can cause severe anemia.
What is the definition of the word germ?
One that causes disease
What spreads Babesiosis?
Tick bite
How does Babesiosis get diagnosed?
Babesiosis can be diagnosed by examining a blood sample microscopically and detecting the presence of Babesia microti within the blood cells
What word rhymes with squirm and causes sickness?
germ
What is the common name of the germ that causes strep throat?
Streptococcus
What is the Differences between babesiosis and lyme disease?
Babesiosis is caused by a parasite transmitted through tick bites, while Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. Symptoms of babesiosis can include fever, fatigue, and anemia, while symptoms of Lyme disease can include a characteristic bull's-eye rash, joint pain, and flu-like symptoms. Treatment for babesiosis typically involves antiparasitic medications, while Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics.
