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1. • • Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection spread by a bite from an infected tick. It causes vomiting, a sudden high fever around 102 or 103°F, headache, abdominal pain, rash, and muscle aches.
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   Where does Rocky Mountain spotted fever come from?

   • Parts of Canada, Mexico, and South and Central America have also reported cases. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Rocky Mountain spotted fever gets its name from the rash that develops after being bitten by a tick infected by the Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria. The first symptoms are a fever and a headache before the rash appears.

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   When does Rocky Mountain spotted fever start?

   • The symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever typically begin between 2 and 14 days after getting a tick bite. Symptoms come on suddenly and usually include: RMSF also causes a rash with small red spots on the wrists, palms, ankles, and soles of the feet. This rash begins 2 to 5 days after the fever and eventually spreads inward towards the torso.

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   What are the symptoms of a fever?

   • Fever over 103 F (39.4 C). Coughing up blood. Swollen hands or feet. Severe stomach (abdominal) pain. Confusion or other mental changes. Seizures. Numbness or weakness. Severe vomiting. What questions should I ask my doctor? How do I take my medication? What new or worsening symptoms should I look out for? How soon should I feel better?

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   Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection spread by a bite from an infected tick. It causes vomiting, a sudden high fever around 102 or 103°F, headache, abdominal pain, rash,...

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   Mar 25, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a serious disease you get from a tick bite, causing fever and central nervous system symptoms. Here's what to know.

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   May 15, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), is the most severe rickettsiosis in the United States. RMSF is a rapidly progressive disease and without early administration of doxycycline can be fatal within days. Signs and symptoms may change as the illness progresses.

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   May 15, 2024 · The most common symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) are a fever, headache, and rash. RMSF is spread through the bite of an infected tick. There is no vaccine to prevent RMSF.

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   Aug 25, 2022 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is an illness you get from the bacteria Rickettsia rickettsii ( R. rickettsii). It spreads through tick bites. Symptoms start out similar to many other illnesses, including headache, fever and rash. But if not treated right away, RMSF can be life-threatening.

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   Apr 26, 2022 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection that you can get after a tick bite. Most people get this infection in spring and summer, warm months when ticks are most active. More...

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    What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever? Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is an infection caused by the bite of an infected tick. It may occur anytime the weather is warm, but it most often occurs from April until September.