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   What causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

   • The infection itself is caused by the Rickettsia rickettsii parasite. Rocky Mountain spotted fever was first identified in the Rocky Mountains of the United States, and it is frequently found throughout the southeastern portion of the country.

   Causes and Complications of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

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   Can Rocky Mountain spotted fever cause gangrene?

   • With blood flow restricted, the tissues in the extremities could develop gangrene. Considered a medical emergency, gangrene caused by Rocky Mountain spotted fever typically results in tissue swelling. Blisters and pus-filled discharge are often present, and the affected tissue dies.

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   What are the symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

   • Heart or lung inflammation may develop as Rocky Mountain spotted fever progresses. Inflammation that occurs in or around the heart is known as myocarditis. Patients with myocarditis may experience shortness of breath, chest pain, heart rhythm abnormalities, fatigue, and swelling in the feet or lower limbs.

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2. www.darwynhealth.com › infections-and-infectiousUnderstanding Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever: Causes, Symptoms ...

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   Apr 28, 2024 · Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF). Find out how to recognize the signs and get the right treatment for this tick-borne illness.

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   Apr 24, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever may lead to severe infection and amputation in some instances. As the infection spreads, it will affect the blood vessels in fingers and toes and restrict blood flow to these areas. With blood flow restricted, the tissues in the extremities could develop gangrene.

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   Apr 28, 2024 · Get answers to frequently asked questions about Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this tick-borne disease. Find out how to protect yourself and your family from Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Causes of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. RMSF is primarily transmitted through infected tick bites. These ticks become carriers of the disease by feeding on infected animals, such as rodents or small mammals. Infected ticks can transmit the RSMF virus to humans.

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

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   Apr 22, 2024 · The Rickettsia genus contains species that are well-known as causative agents of diseases (pathogens) in humans and other mammals such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) and epidemic typhus. Epidemic typhus has caused millions of deaths in human history.

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   Apr 24, 2024 · In the United States, the most serious and commonly reported SFGR is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) caused by the bite of an infected tick. Less serious spotted fevers include Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis, Pacific Coast Fever and Rickettsialpox. Questions remain about how often the less serious SFGR’s are misdiagnosed as RMSF.