Leptospirosis
Also called: Weil's disease
A bacterial disease spread through the urine of infected animals.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
Humans can get leptospirosis through direct contact with urine from infected animals or through water, soil, or food contaminated with their urine. It's most common in warm climates.
High fever, headache, bleeding, muscle pain, chills, red eyes, and vomiting are some symptoms.
Without treatment, leptospirosis can lead to kidney and liver damage and even death. Antibiotics clear the infection.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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