This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology
Haverhill fever is caused by ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Baonella henselae, B. Streptobacillus moniliformis, C. Eikenella corrodens, D. Coccidioides
B: Streptobacillus moniliformis
Answer: B: Streptobacillus moniliformis 
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Streptobacillus moniliformis Streptobacillus moniliformis causes rat-bite fever in humans.It enters the body through the wound caused by the rat bite.The infection also occurs by the ingestion of water, milk or food contaminated with rat excreta. In these cases, the infection is known as 'Haverhill fever'.Clinical symptoms include fever, rash and ahralgia.