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   What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

   • Rocky Mountain spotted fever, sometimes called mountain fever, is an infectious disease that was first discovered in the Rocky Mountains. Today, RMSF is now most commonly found in the southwest United States. Parts of Canada, Mexico, and South and Central America have also reported cases. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

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   What does Rocky Mountain spotted fever rash look like?

   • Figure 1. Late stage rash in a patient with Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Rash is a common sign in people who are sick with RMSF. Rash usually develops 2-4 days after fever begins. The look of the rash can vary widely over the course of illness. Some rashes can look like red splotches and some look like pinpoint dots.

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   What are the symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF)?

   • Symptoms include a high fever and headache. Rash may start three or more days after other symptoms. RMSF can be life-threatening if not treated quickly with antibiotics. RMSF is found in most states in the U.S. Symptoms of Rocky Mountain spotted fever usually develop over a few days, often starting with a fever.

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   Feb 19, 2019 · Other frequently observed signs and symptoms in children with RMSF include abdominal pain, altered mental status, and edema involving the dorsum of the hands or around the eyes. Children < 10 years are five times more likely than adults to die from RMSF.

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   What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever in children? Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection. It’s spread by the bite of an infected tick. It most often occurs from April until September. In warm areas, it can occur any time of year. It’s most common in mid-Atlantic and southeastern states.

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   Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is an infection caused by the bite of an infected tick. It usually occurs from April until September, but it can occur anytime during the year where weather is warm. The mid-Atlantic and southeastern states are most affected.

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   Aug 25, 2022 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is an illness you get from the bacteria Rickettsia rickettsii ( R. rickettsii). It spreads through tick bites. Symptoms start out similar to many other illnesses, including headache, fever and rash. But if not treated right away, RMSF can be life-threatening.

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   Apr 26, 2022 · Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a bacterial infection caused by a tick bite. Learn more about what causes it, what to expect, and how to treat it.

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   Apr 13, 2017 · Facts and statistics. Prevention tips. What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever? Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial infection spread by a bite from an infected tick. It causes...