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Can we have a cure now for the plague?

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Yes: Classic plague is due to a bacteria for which there are antibiotics. Since it comes from rats and fleas, we can also control them to limit the spread. There is no vaccine for this conditiion.

Answered 7/17/2014

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Dr. John Leander Po answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

We have a cure: "The plague" refers to the bubonic plague, caused by The bacteria, Yersinia pestis. Early diagnosis is key to effective therapy. This bacteria can be killed using an antibiotic. First line agent is streptomycin and gentamicin (both belong in the aminoglycoside group) with alternatives including doxycycline, ciprofloxacin and chloramphenicol (not used commonly in the US).

Answered 11/3/2014

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