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Chlamydophila Infections
Medical Definition: | Infections with bacteria of the genus CHLAMYDOPHILA. |
Ornithosis - Infection with CHLAMYDOPHILA PSITTACI (formerly Chlamydia psittaci), transmitted to man by inhalation of dust-borne contaminated nasal secretions or excreta of infected birds. This infection results in a febrile illness characterized by pneumonitis and systemic manifestations. |
Chlamydophila Infections Medical Definitions and Terms
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