Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. It is typically spread to humans through contact with infected animals, such as rabbits, hares, and rodents, or through contact with contaminated water, soil, or food. Symptoms of tularemia can include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, and swollen lymph nodes. In severe cases, the infection can spread to the lungs, causing pneumonia. Treatment typically involves antibiotics.

The symptoms of Tularemia vary depending on how the bacteria entered the body, but may include:

-Fever
-Chills
-Headache
-Muscle aches
-Joint pain
-Fatigue
-Swollen lymph nodes
-Skin ulcers
-Eye irritation
-Cough
-Difficulty breathing
-Diarrhea
-Vomiting

Tularemia is caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. It is typically spread to humans through contact with infected animals or their carcasses, or through the bite of an infected tick or deerfly. It can also be spread through the inhalation of contaminated dust, or through contact with contaminated water or soil.

The treatment for tularemia depends on the form of the disease and the severity of the symptoms. Generally, the treatment involves antibiotics such as streptomycin, gentamicin, or doxycycline. In more severe cases, hospitalization may be necessary. Other treatments may include supportive care such as fluids, rest, and pain relief. Vaccines are also available for people at high risk of exposure to the bacteria.

1. Exposure to infected animals, such as rabbits, hares, muskrats, voles, and rodents
2. Exposure to contaminated soil or water
3. Exposure to infected ticks, deer flies, or other biting insects
4. Eating or drinking contaminated food or water
5. Handling infected animal carcasses
6. Working in a laboratory with the bacteria
7. Breathing in the bacteria from contaminated dust or aerosols

Yes, there are medications available to treat tularemia. The most commonly used antibiotics are streptomycin, gentamicin, and doxycycline. Other antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, may also be used. Treatment usually lasts for two to three weeks. Vaccines are also available to prevent tularemia.