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1. www.medscape.org › viewarticle › 885213_2Fatal Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever along the United States ...

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   Apr 10, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever in Mexico: past, present, and future. Lancet Infect Dis. 2017;17:e189–96. Alvarez-Hernandez G, Murillo-Benitez C, Candia-Plata MC, Moro M. Clinical profile and predictors of fatal Rocky Mountain spotted fever in children from Sonora, Mexico. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2015;34:125–30.

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   Apr 2, 2024 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected tick. It occurs most often between April and September, when ticks are most active. RMSF can become life-threatening without treatment. What increases my risk for RMSF? A tick bite within the last 2 weeks. Outdoor activity in a wooded or high grass area.

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   Is Rocky Mountain spotted fever life threatening?

   • Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected tick. It occurs most often between April and September, when ticks are most active. RMSF can become life-threatening without treatment. What increases my risk for RMSF?

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   What causes a fever in a child?

   • Fever is commonly caused by a viral infection. Your child's body uses a fever to help fight the virus. The cause of your child's fever may not be known. What temperature is a fever in children? What is the best way to take my child's temperature? The following are guidelines based on a child's age.

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   What should I do if my child has a fever?

   • Keep your child home as directed. This is especially important during the first 2 to 3 days when the virus is more easily spread. Wait until a fever, cough, or other symptoms are gone before letting your child return to school, daycare, or other activities.

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4. www.in.gov › rocky-mountain-spotted-feverSpotted Fever Group Rickettsioses - IN.gov

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   Apr 3, 2024 · Spotted fever group rickettsioses (spotted fevers) are a group of diseases caused by closely related bacteria. These bacteria are spread to people through the bite of infected mites and ticks. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is the most serious and commonly reported disease in the spotted fever family. The causative agent of the disease ...

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   Apr 2, 2024 · A fever is an increase in your child's body temperature. Normal body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). Fever is generally defined as greater than 100.4°F (38°C). A fever can be serious in young children.

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   Apr 15, 2024 · Colorado tick fever (CTF) – also referred to as mountain fever – is a rare condition. According to the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, only 10 cases of CTF are reported in the U.S. each year. However, if you live in or visit an area where the Rocky Mountain wood tick is found, developing this condition is possible.

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   Apr 2, 2024 · Your child has a rectal, ear, or forehead temperature higher than 100.4°F (38°C). Your child has an oral or pacifier temperature higher than 100°F (37.8°C). Your child has an armpit temperature higher than 99°F (37.2°C). Your child is younger than 2 years and has a fever for more than 24 hours.

8. health.stonybrookmedicine.edu › when-is-a-feverWhen is a Fever Too High for a Child? - Stony Brook Medicine ...

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   Apr 9, 2024 · When is a Fever Too High for a Child? A fever is considered high when it reaches 100.4°F or higher in infants younger than 2 months. If your infant’s fever reaches this temperature, calling your doctor is recommended. Fevers in older children are less worrisome because their immune systems are more developed.