A group of bacilli. They are essentially animal parasites (see PARASITE) that under certain conditions are transmitted to humans, and include the micro-organism responsible for PLAGUE and TULARAEMIA.
a genus of small rodlike Gram-negative bacteria that are parasites of animals and humans. The species P. multocida usually infects animals but may be transmitted to humans through bites or scratches.
Action: Stem and root—astringent, anthelmintic. Used for indigestion, jaundice, chronic fever and malaria. Essential oil—inhibits the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Schroeter) Lehmann & Neumann; also inhibits the growth of Micro- coccus pyogenes var. aureus and Pasteurella pestis. Root, tuber and stem—mucilaginous, astringent. Leaves and twigs—antiseptic; used for poulticing wounds.... leea aequata
A self-limiting crisis seen in children or adults. The New England Journal of Medicine noted that sufferers were nearly 30 times more likely to have been licked, scratched or bitten.
Kittens proved the greatest hazard, particularly those with fleas. Local inflammation with glandular swelling and fever. Organism: usually Pasteurella multocida. Often with great weakness. One of the commonest causes of swollen glands in the USA.
Treatment. Poke root to combat infection of the glandular system. Echinacea to increase powers of resistance.
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