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1. edis.ifas.ufl.edu › publication › IN1418ENY-2107/IN1418: Vector-Borne Rickettsia Pathogens - EDIS

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   4 days ago · The genus Rickettsia contains species that are important in human health as they cause several serious diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever. This publication summarizes the human-disease-causing pathogens in the genus Rickettsia in the United States and delivers general knowledge of their vectors and the diseases they cause.

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3. www.wxyz.com › news › healthAsk Dr. NandiWhat to know about ticks and how to spot and get ...

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   2 days ago · All of these ticks can potentially carry diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, anaplasmosis and tularemia, all of which can be life threatening if not treated. ... which can cause a brain ...

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   Can Rocky Mountain spotted fever cause a rash?

   • Rash caused by Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Rocky Mountain spotted fever may cause a rash of small red spots or blotches that begin on the wrists, palms or soles. The rash often spreads to the arms, legs and torso.

   Rocky Mountain spotted fever Disease Reference Guide - Drugs.com

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   Is Rocky Mountain spotted fever life-threatening?

   • Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a life-threatening disease. Therefore, it is important to consider the possibility of RMSF in any patient whose clinical presentation is consistent with the disease. Clinicians should have a low threshold for treatment if RMSF is clinically suspected. Signs and symptoms can mimic those of other diseases.

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   Can Rocky Mountain spotted fever cause brain damage?

   • Rocky Mountain spotted fever damages the lining of your smallest blood vessels, causing the vessels to leak or form clots. This may cause: Inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). In addition to severe headaches, Rocky Mountain spotted fever can cause inflammation of the brain, which can cause confusion, seizures and delirium.

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   What causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

   • Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by the organism Rickettsia rickettsii. In the United States, this bacterium most often is spread to humans by bites from the American dog tick or the wood tick, depending on the geographic area.

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5. www.darwynhealth.com › infections-and-infectiousLyme Disease vs. Other Tick-Borne Illnesses: Know the Difference

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   2 days ago · Learn about the key differences between Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Understand the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for each condition. Stay informed and protect yourself from these common tick-borne diseases.

6. beckibaumgartner.com › tickborne-illness-my-journeyTickborne Illness: My Journey and How I Overcame It

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   1 day ago · Lyme Disease: Early symptoms include a bull’s-eye rash, fever, chills, headache, and muscle and joint aches. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF): Symptoms include fever, headache, and a rash that starts on the wrists and ankles. Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis: Symptoms include fever, chills, and muscle aches.

7. arupconsult.com › content › tickborne-diseasesTickborne Diseases | Choose the Right Test - ARUP Consult

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   5 days ago · Rocky Mountain spotted fever: American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) Brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) Rocky Mountain wood tick (Dermacentor andersoni) Serology using paired acute and convalescent specimens, skin biopsy; treatment should not be delayed pending results: Tickborne relapsing fever: Blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis)

8. hhjonline.com › lets-talk-ticks-how-to-keepLet’s talk ticks: How to keep yourself safe this summer

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   3 days ago · Ticks can carry the bacteria that most commonly cause Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease, but any tick-borne disease can pose a threat to a person’s health — especially if they have pre-existing conditions. The Middle Georgia area sees the most occurrences of Rocky Mountain spotted fever among tick-borne illnesses.

9. www.sundancetimes.com › story › 2024/04/25Don't let ticks steal warm weather enjoyment - Sundance Times

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   1 day ago · Diseases sometimes spread by infected ticks in Wyoming include tularemia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) and Colorado tick fever (CTF). Tularemia symptoms include fever, swollen and painful lymph glands, inflamed eyes, sore throat, mouth sores, skin ulcers and diarrhea.