First Documented: 1949
Illness Caused: Pneumonia
Antibiotic Resistance: Low
Virulence: Worrying
First discovered in 1949 B.cepacia was discovered by Walter Burkholder in and is the bacteria that cause the common onion skin to rot. Yes the one you leave in the pantry as it rolls to the back and creates that funky smell, and first described as a human pathogen or toxic poison in the 1950s. Whilst the chances of fatal infection remain low with the little bacteria nasty it is only dangerous in extreme cases thankfully. Most antibiotics are effective against this one, although once again the amazing cellular make of all bacteria make it able to survive in extreme conditions. People who are most susceptible to infection are those that are pre disposed to lung conditions and the symptoms of pneumonia, which are persistent coughing, and fever.
You must log in to post a comment.