Plague Articles A-Z
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Vomiting, broken blood vessels, enlarged lymph nodes, and diarrhea are signs and symptoms of bubonic plague. This eMedTV resource describes these and other possible symptoms and also explains what happens if the condition is left untreated.
There are different symptoms of plague, based on the type, and, as this eMedTV Web page states, can range from enlarged lymph nodes to coughing up blood to delirium. This page also lists plague symptoms for each type and offers related statistics.
This eMedTV Web page explains that although symptoms of the plague vary depending on the type, fever, nausea, and headache are common indicators. The page highlights symptoms for each type of plague and offers related statistics.
The Yersinia pestis bacteria is responsible for the bubonic plague, which, as this eMedTV page explains, is a disease transmitted by infected fleas. This article offers a detailed look at the disease, including its history, diagnosis, and treatment.
The bubonic plague is a disease that is characterized by large, infected lymph nodes. As this eMedTV article explains, it has a high mortality rate if not diagnosed and treated early. The bubonic plauge is a common misspelling of the bubonic plague.
Treatment of the Bubonic Plague
Antibiotics are usually used as treatment of the bubonic plague. The information in this eMedTV resource offers statistics about the mortality rate, both with and without treatment, as well as who should be evaluated for treatment.
Common treatments for bubonic plague include antibiotics (such as gentamycin) and supportive care. This eMedTV Web page discusses the importance of treating bubonic plague -- both for patients and those with whom they've had close contact.
