THB Pestilence Profile – Bartonella henselae
This feline creature has a propensity for clawing attacks, going directly for its victims eyes (cunjunctivitis) and viscera (endocarditis and hepatitis). Rarely, the creatures bite can induce a feverish delerium (encephalitis). Which Apothecary heroes seem to be able to overcome this fearsome creature? Azithromycin, Doxycycline, Erythromycin and Ciprofloxacin.
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Ok, so we’re super proud of our infectious disease card battle game. We’ve had a bunch of med-students both at AMSA and elsewhere test it out and like the gameplay, in addition to the fact that folks actually start to recall some pretty epic ID and therapeutics info as a direct result. This makes us […]
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We’re closing in on the final designs for the AMSA 2010 booth, and we wanted to share with you how our little piece of the AMSAverse is shaping up. Be sure to come and visit us (Booth #1) for a chance to get signed copies of the ‘Healing Blade’ game! Also – in random news, […]
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These creatures take their namesake to heart as they are very “difficult” to kill. The grow toxic spores from their backs as one of their means of reproduction. Occasionally, extended conflicts can lead to the creature paralyzing the entire gut, a frightening condition called toxic megacolon.
nerdmed101 The Healing Blade anaerobe, spore forming, toxinsClostridium perfringens: THB Pestilence Profile
A weaker cousin of the frightening C. difficile, this creature can however wreak havoc when outside of its usual habitat. It secretes powerful toxins that can lead to cellulitis, gas gangrene and necrotizing fasciitis.
nerdmed101 The Healing Blade bacillus, gram-positive, obligate anaerobicCoxiella burnetti: THB Pestilence Profile
This agent causes “Q fever” (headaches, chills, and respiratory symptoms). The “Q” stands for Question which is what this Spinx-like creature asks its victim before killing them if they answered incorrectly.
nerdmed101 The Healing Blade bacillus, gram-negative, obligate intracellularCeftriaxone: THB Apothecary Profile
These are 3rd Generation warriors from a noble family of apothecaries. The irony lies in that while perfecting their skills against Gram negative pestilence (E.Coli, Klebsiella) they have weakened against Gram positive creatures (Staphyloccus and Streptococcus).
nerdmed101 The Healing Blade 3rd generation, apothercary, cephalosporinsEnterococcus fecalis: THB Pestilence Profile
This creature is a fiery colonic demon that can cause infestation in the kidneys, bowels, brain and blood and even the heart valves during protracted engagements. Occasionally, these creatures become resistant to even the mighty Vancomycin, becoming the feared VRE.
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