Rocky Mountain spotted fever
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Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by Rickettsia rickettsii, a species of bacteria that is spread to humans by hard ticks (Ixodidae). It was originally called “black measles” because of the characteristic rash that develops after infection.
Agent and vector
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Rickettsia rickettsii, the causative agent of Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
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Ixodes ricinus ticks
Symptoms
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Hand and wrist displaying the characteristic spotted rash of Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
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Close up of spotted rash.