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==Overview==
==Overview==
''Aeromonas'' are Gram negative, rod shaped bacteria that are found in aquatic environments. They are opportunistic pathogens of fish, reptiles and rarely mammals. A major disease associated with ''Aeromonas'' is [[Intestine - Inflammatory Pathology| gastroenteritis]].
''Aeromonas'' are Gram negative, rod shaped bacteria that are found in aquatic environments. They are opportunistic pathogens and can be found in fresh water and the oral cavity, and skin of fish and reptiles. A major disease associated with ''Aeromonas'' is [[Intestine - Inflammatory Pathology| gastroenteritis]].
===Characteristics===
==Characterisitics==
The bacteria are motile, straight rods. They are catalase and oxidase positive and are facultative anaerobes. They are able to grow on non-enriched media, although a NaCl supplementation is required for ''Vibrio'' species. ''Aeromonas'' morphologically resemble the [[''Enterobacteriaceae'']] family.
==Diagnosis==
''Aeromonas'' can be identified by isolation from lesions. The bacteria is widespread in environments
===Treatment===
===Treatment===
Treat with antibiotics including Cephalosporins.
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