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Synonyms

Q Fever Pneumonia

Disorder Subdivisions

None

General Discussion

Q Fever is an infectious disease that is caused by contact with animals that have the parasitic Rickettsia bacteria, Coxiella burnetii. Major symptoms may include headache, fever, chills, muscle aches, and a general feeling of ill health (malaise).