Gram ⊝, aerobic coccobacillus.
Transmitted via ingestion of contaminated animal products (eg, unpasteurized milk).
Survives in macrophages in the reticuloendothelial system. Can form non- caseating granulomas. Typically presents with undulant fever, night sweats, and arthralgia.
Treatment: doxycycline + rifampin or streptomycin.
microbiology
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