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[Persistent fatigue following Q fever].

Stephan P Keijmel1, Gabriëlla Morroy, Corine E Delsing

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health
  • Psychiatry

Context:

  • Over 4000 acute Q fever cases reported in the Netherlands since 2007.
  • Approximately 20% of acute Q fever patients develop long-term fatigue, termed Q fever fatigue syndrome (QFS).
  • QFS is projected to increase in the coming years.

Purpose:

  • To summarize the current understanding and management of Q fever fatigue syndrome (QFS).
  • To establish a national guideline for uniform diagnosis and treatment of QFS.
  • To inform healthcare professionals about QFS diagnosis and recommended therapies.

Summary:

  • Q fever fatigue syndrome (QFS) is characterized by persistent fatigue, physical symptoms, and social limitations following acute Q fever.
  • Diagnosis involves medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests.
  • While spontaneous recovery from acute Q fever is common within six months, spontaneous recovery from QFS appears less frequent.

Impact:

  • The national guideline aims to standardize QFS diagnosis and treatment protocols.
  • Referral to specialists offering cognitive behavioural therapy is recommended for QFS patients.
  • Further research is needed on treatment outcomes for QFS.