Kenya fever

Kenya fever:

Kenya fever: Introduction

Kenya fever: An infectious disease that is caused by Rickettsia conorii which is transmitted by the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus). The disease occurs predominantly in Mediterranean areas such as India and Africa. The onset of symptoms is usually sudden and the incubation period is usually between 6 and 10 days. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Kenya fever is available below.

Symptoms of Kenya fever

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Fever - may last 1-2 weeks
Chills
Black crusted ulceration at site of tick bite
Rash - starts 3-5 days after fever starts and lasts 10-20 days after other symptoms disappear
Muscle pain
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Treatments for Kenya fever

Antibiotics can shorten the duration of the fever. Doxycycline is the most commonly used one but tetracycline, chloramphenicol or ciprofloxacin are also used
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Kenya fever: Complications

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Causes of Kenya fever

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Misdiagnosis and Kenya fever

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