Bartonellosis

Bartonellosis

Bartonellosis is caused by germs that get into the skin. The germs can cause a rash or blisters on the skin. The germs can cause lymph nodes to become bigger. You may have body aches and joint aches, or fever. Some types of bartonellosis can attack red blood cells. Other types of bartonellosis can cause heart or brain problems.

Fight an infection,Lower fever,Help with pain

Ambulatory Care,Hematologic

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