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Rocky Mountain spotted fever can be deadly
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4/19/17
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Description:RMSF symptoms include a fever with
• Headache
• Upset stomach
• Rash (may occur later in illness)
See your healthcare provider immediately if you develop a fever
• after being bitten by a tick
• after spending time in areas with ticks
Remember, you may not know you have been bitten by a tick.
Doxycycline saves lives!
• Best treatment for suspected RMSF in children and adults
• Treatment needed early when RMSF is suspected
• Does NOT cause tooth staining in children when used to treat RMSF
Prevent tick bites
• Check for ticks on people and pets daily
• Wear insect repellant
• Treat pets for ticks
For more information about RMSF and doxycycline, visit our website: www.cdc.gov/rmsf
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