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1. lifemd.com › learn › rocky-mountain-spotted-feverRocky Mountain Spotted Fever | LifeMD

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a severe infectious disease caused by the bite of a tick carrying the Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria. The disease is primarily transmitted by the American dog tick, Rocky Mountain wood tick, and brown dog tick commonly found in the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Coast. RMSF is most prevalent in the spring and ...

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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   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.

   Causes and Complications of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

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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.

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   What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF)?

   • "They're looking at your brain and your heart and doctors aren't really sure what's wrong with you. It's very nerve-racking. That was a tough few days for me and especially for my family," he said. On around the fifth day, he was diagnosed with Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), an illness caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii.

   A CT resident got Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Here’s what to know a…

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4. www.sfgate.com › news › articleA CT resident got Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Here’s what ...

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   2 days ago · In mid-February, Kelly, 42, started experiencing a slight fever and body aches. Within three to four days, his body temperature had spiked to 104 degrees and the aches and chills grew more severe ...

5. share.upmc.com › 2024 › 04Everything You Need to Know About Tickborne Illnesses | UPMC

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   Apr 29, 2024 · Symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Symptoms can appear three to 12 days after a tick bite. They include: A rash (small, flat, red or pink splotches that usually start on the wrists and ankles and spread to the rest of the body). Fever. Confusion. Headache. Joint and muscle pain. Lack of Appetite. Stomach pain. Ehrlichiosis

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7. healthprep.com › articles › conditionsCauses and Complications of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

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   Apr 24, 2024 · Some of the most common symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever are a high fever, chills, muscle aches, and confusion. Patients may also have nausea, vomiting, and a severe headache. Sometimes, patients may develop a specific type of rash within three to five days after infection. This rash does not itch, and it generally begins on the wrists ...

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   Apr 26, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever rash. Source: Mayo Clinic The rash from a lone star tick bite, which can cause STARI, can present similarly to Lyme disease. The bull's-eye rash typically develops ...

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    Apr 24, 2024 · Spotted Fever Group Rickettsioses (SFGR) are a group of diseases caused by closely related bacteria spread to people through the bites of infected ticks and mites. 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.