National Center for Zoonotic, Vector-Borne and Enteric Diseases (U.S.). Division of Vector Borne Infectious Diseases. Rickettsial Zoonoses Branch.

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 255277-A Publication date from document properties. RMSFInfographic.pdf

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