An atypical case of brucellosis in a Turkish national.
Brucellosis is an endemic disease in many of the countries in which military personnel are stationed, including the Middle East, where thousands are deployed. The signs and symptoms of brucellosis are often nonspecific and diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion. This case report involves a Turkish national with an unusual febrile illness, subsequently diagnosed as brucellosis. The presentation, diagnosis, and treatment are discussed. The special relevance to the military physician is emphasized.
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Department of Urology, Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, Lackland AFB, TX 78236-5300.
D000328:Adult; D002006:Brucellosis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013781:Texas; D014421:Turkey / Q000208:ethnology