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Definition of Ornithosis
1. Noun. An atypical pneumonia caused by a rickettsia microorganism and transmitted to humans from infected birds.
Exact synonyms: Parrot Fever, Psittacosis
Generic synonyms: Atypical Pneumonia, Mycoplasmal Pneumonia, Primary Atypical Pneumonia
Generic synonyms: Atypical Pneumonia, Mycoplasmal Pneumonia, Primary Atypical Pneumonia
Definition of Ornithosis
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Medical Definition of Ornithosis
1. Infection with chlamydia psittaci, transmitted to man by inhalation of dust-borne contaminated nasal secretions or excreta of infected birds. This infection results in a febrile illness characterised by pneumonitis and systemic manifestations. (12 Dec 1998)
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