Work-Related Diseases
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Legionellosis
Occupational Disease Legionellosis
Legionellosis Category Infection, Occupational
Legionellosis Severity
Acute-Severe
Legionellosis Synonyms
Legionnaires' disease; Legionella pneumophilia infection
Information on Legionellosis Symptoms, Diagnosis, Prognosis, Screening and Imaging
Patients develop flu-like symptoms. Diarrhea and pneumonia are relatively common. Workers become infected by inhaling mists from contaminated water, e.g., cooling towers, humidifiers, whirlpool spas, decorative fountains, and respiratory therapy devices. [Chin, p. 281-3] Leucocytosis (increased white blood cells) is a common finding. [Wallach, p. 632]
Legionellosis Latency
2-10 days, usually 5-6 days
Legionellosis References
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/legionnairesdisease/index.html