A20-A28: Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases

Certain zoonotic bacterial diseases come from a group of infections caused by bacteria that can be transferred from animals to humans. This transmission typically occurs through direct contact with an infected animal, its products (like milk, fur, or shell), or by vectors like ticks and fleas. These diseases often present general symptoms like fever, fatigue, muscle aches, and sometimes more specific signs, like skin rashes or respiratory issues, depending on the exact disease and infecting bacteria. These diseases may show slow or rapid progression affecting various bodily systems including the respiratory, gastrointestinal, or cardiovascular systems. Though each disease within this group has its own unique characteristics and severity, they all are bound by the common thread of zoonotic transmission. Furthermore, these bacterial infections are not limited by geography or climate, and can be found worldwide.