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What is RMSF's rash?
The rash of RMSF is quite characteristic. It usually begins on the fourth day of the illness, and occurs in at least 90% of all patients with RMSF. It starts around the wrists and ankles, as flat pink marks (called macules).
What is RMSF?
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a tick-borne illness caused by a bacteria, resulting in a high fever and a characteristic rash.
How is RMSF spread?
The bacteria causing RMSF is passed to humans through the bite of an infected tick. The illness begins within about two weeks of such a bite.
If you touch the rash on your back then touch your eye can it spread?
It depends entirely on what is causing the rash. If it is caused by an infectious agent, then, yes - you could spread the infection. If it is being caused by some kind of chemical, you can spread the chemical if it is still there. On the other hand, if the rash is a delayed reaction or an allergic reaction you can't spread the rash. In short - you can't spread the rash by touching it but you could spread what is CAUSING the rash if it's still there on the skin.
Does stinging nettle rash spread?
no it does not cody
What is the bacteria in RMSF?
The bacterial culprit in RMSF is called Rickettsia rickettsii. It causes no illness in the tick carrying it, and can be passed on to the tick's offspring.
What is the prognosis of RMSF?
Prior to the regular use of antibiotics to treat RMSF, the death rate was about 25%. Although the death rate from RMSF has improved greatly with an understanding of the importance of early use of antibiotics, there is still a 5% death rate.
How soon should treatment start for RMSF?
It is essential to begin treatment absolutely as soon as RMSF is seriously suspected. Delaying treatment can result in death.
Can you show me a simple sentence using the word rash?
Noun in the context of, John has a rash. Or adjective, in the context of, John has made a rash statement.
Who gets RMSF most often?
About 5% of all ticks carry the causative bacteria. Children under the age of 15 years have the majority of RMSF infections.
When does RMSF have a worse outcome?
Certain risk factors suggest a worse outcome in RMSF. Death rates are higher in males and increase as people age. It is considered a bad prognostic sign to develop symptoms of RMSF within only two to five days of a tick bite.
Can scorpion weed rash spread from itching?
The rash from the oil usually lasts several days and can stick around for more than a week, and if you give in to the urge to scratch, that will only spread the oil, exacerbating the irritation.
