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4 days ago · Obligate intracellular, small Gram-negative coccobacillus [ Fig 1 ], member of Rickettsiaceae family, the agent of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF). Tick-transmitted, it occurs most commonly in late spring to early fall but may occur year-round in warmer states (e.g., the Southeastern U.S.). The common American brown dog tick is the most ...
5 days ago · Stamford resident K.J. Kelly didn't know about Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) until he was admitted to Stamford Health's emergency department. What he originally thought was the flu turned ...
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3 hours ago · The American Dog Tick. Known for infesting dogs and other domestic animals, the American dog tick can also bite and cause harm to humans. This tick species carries Rocky Mountain spotted fever ...
13 hours ago · Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and other tick-borne diseases can cause fever, headache, rashes, flu-like illness, and other symptoms that can be severe. Check for ticks daily on children, pets, and yourself when returning from outdoors, even from your own yard.
4 days ago · In addition to Lyme disease, tick bites can cause anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. These diseases typically cause fever, headache, chills and muscle aches ...
2 days ago · First and foremost, ticks can transmit a variety of serious illnesses such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis. Each of these can cause long-term health issues in dogs, so recognizing the signs and symptoms early is essential. Knowing the behavior and appearance of different tick species can also be invaluable.
