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Psittacosis. A flu like syndrome.

¹Victorian Infectious Diseases Service, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria. julian.elliott@mh.org.au

Australian Family Physician

|October 30, 2001

Summary

Psittacosis, a pneumonia caused by bird-associated bacteria, is often mild but can be severe. Early diagnosis and doxycycline treatment are key for managing this flu-like illness.

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Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Respiratory Medicine
Public Health

Background:

Psittacosis is an emerging cause of community-acquired pneumonia in Australian adults.
While often mild, psittacosis can present with severe, life-threatening respiratory illness.
It mimics a flu-like illness, necessitating consideration in differential diagnoses.

Observation:

This article details the clinical presentation of psittacosis.
Diagnostic investigations for psittacosis are outlined.
Outpatient management strategies for psittacosis are described.

Findings:

A history of bird contact is a critical clue for psittacosis diagnosis.
Clinical suspicion should prompt investigation of respiratory symptoms, signs, and chest X-ray findings.
Empirical doxycycline therapy is recommended for suspected psittacosis.

Implications:

Prompt consideration of psittacosis is crucial for effective patient management.
Early empirical treatment with doxycycline can improve outcomes.
Confirmatory serological testing aids in establishing the diagnosis post-treatment.

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