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    Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can infect both humans and animals. It is caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira. Without treatment, it can lead to kidney damage, meningitis, liver failure, respiratory distress, and even death. It has worldwide distribution but is more common in tropical climates, especially after heavy rainfall or flooding caused by hurricanes.

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    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC twenty four seven. Saving Lives,
    Protecting People Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC twenty four
    seven. Saving Lives, Protecting People

    Leptospirosis
    Section NavigationLeptospirosis
    Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that affects humans and animals. It is caused
    by bacteria of the genus Leptospira. In humans, it can cause a wide range of
    symptoms, some of which may be mistaken for other diseases. Some infected
    persons, however, may have no symptoms at all.

    Without treatment, Leptospirosis can lead to kidney damage, meningitis


    (inflammation of the membrane around the brain and spinal cord), liver failure,
    respiratory distress, and even death.

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    Signs and Symptoms


    Risk of Exposure

    Prevention in Pets

    Prevention

    Treatment

    Healthcare Workers

    Resources

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    Travelers' Health and Leptospirosis

    Leptospirosis has worldwide distribution, with a higher incidence in tropical


    climates, especially after heavy rainfall or flooding due to hurricanes.
    Page last reviewed: March 13, 2019
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