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Bubonic Plague (Black Death)

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Context (DTE): A rare case of bubonic plague confirmed in Oregon residents, likely transmitted by a pet cat carrying Yersinia pestis bacterium from rodents and fleas.
The bubonic plague is caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis found in rodents and fleas.
It gets its name from the swollen lymph nodes (buboes) caused by the disease.
Transmission: Mainly by bite of infected fleas, direct contact with infected tissues, and inhalation of infected respiratory droplets.
It appears in three forms:
- Bubonic plague: Causes painful lymph nodes, fever, headache, chills, and weakness. Over 80% of cases in the US are of this form.
- Septicemic plague: Develops from untreated bubonic plague and may lead to bleeding into the skin and other organs.
- Pneumonic plague: The most fatal form, spread between people through infectious droplets. It can cause respiratory failure and shock.

Symptoms: Sudden high fever and chills, Pains in abdomen, arms and legs, Headaches, swollen lumps in the lymph nodes (buboes) that develop and leak pus.
Treatment: Can be cured with antibiotics.

Oregon

It is located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
The capital city is Salem.
The largest city is Portland, known for its vibrant culture and beautiful surroundings.