10 Bartonella Symptoms
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Summary
Numerous species of Bartonella bacteria cause illness in humans. Mostly, the illness is mild and self-limiting, but complications in a severe case of Bartonella disease may be fatal if left untreated. Bartonella is transmitted to humans by vectors, which may be insects, animals or inanimate objects, such as needles.
People with compromised immune systems are especially vulnerable to Bartonella diseases and their complications. Doctors treat Bartonella infections with antibiotics, such as doxycycline and erythromycin.
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