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Colorado Tick Fever
Colorado tick fever is an acute viral infection transmitted by the bite of the Dermacentor andersoni tick.
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Symptoms
Symptoms start about 3 to 6 days after the tick bite. Symptoms of fever continue for 3 days, stop, then come back 1 to ...
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Causes
This disease most commonly develops from March to September, with the highest numbers of infections occurring in May an...
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Tests
Tests will be done to confirm infection. These may include: Complement fixation to Colorado tick virus; Immunofluoresce...
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Treatments
Make sure the tick is fully removed from the skin. Take a pain reliever if necessary (do not give aspirin to children; ...
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Drugs
acetaminophen
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Risk Factors
History of tick bite
weakened immune system
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Complications
There is a risk for aseptic meningitis, encephalitis, and hemorrhagic fever, but these complications are extremely rare...
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Prevention
When walking or hiking in tick-infested areas, tuck long pants into socks to protect the legs, and wear shoes and long-...
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Call your health care provider if you are unable to fully remove a tick embedded in the skin, if you or your child deve...
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