Asplenia Management • Key Pathogens: H. influenzae type b, Neisseria meningitidis, Capnocytophaga spp, Malaria, Babesia • Vaccinations: PCV13, PPSV 23, Hib, MenACWY, MenB, Seasonal flu • Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Emergency use antibiotic aka "pill-in-pocket" - Amoxicillin-Clavulanate • When to Seek Medical Care: Fever or systemic infection, Animal bites, Tick bites, Pre-travel, especially if malaria endemic area by Dr. Sara Dong @swinndong via Febrile Podcast @febrilepodcast #asplenic #Asplenia #Management #infections #vaccinations #prophylaxis
