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Q Fever
Noun:
- A highly contagious bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, mainly transmitted to humans from animals, especially farm animals. It is characterized by fever, headache, muscle aches, and respiratory problems. Q fever can be severe and lead to chronic illness if left untreated.
- Informal abbreviation for "Query Fever," referring to the excitement or obsession associated with searching online for information or answers to questions.
Examples:
- 1. Farmers and veterinarians are at a higher risk of contracting Q fever due to their close contact with infected livestock.
- 1. The symptoms of Q fever usually include high fever, fatigue, and chest pain.
- 2. I caught a case of Q fever after spending a whole night researching conspiracy theories online.
- 2. Her Q fever peaked when she discovered an obscure blog that finally answered her burning question.
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