Relapsing Fever

Relapsing fever is an infectious disease that can be passed to humans by ticks. Relapsing fever is most common in the western United States. Symptoms usually start 3 to 11 days (average 6 days) after the tick bite. They may last for several days, go away, and then return (relapse) several days later. Symptoms of…

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Relapsing Fever

Relapsing fever is an infectious disease that can be passed to humans by ticks. Relapsing fever is most common in the western United States.

Symptoms usually start 3 to 11 days (average 6 days) after the tick bite. They may last for several days, go away, and then return (relapse) several days later. Symptoms of relapsing fever include:

  • High fever that begins suddenly.
  • Headache, often severe.
  • Rapid heart rate.
  • Muscle aches (myalgia).
  • Abdominal pain.
  • General feeling of illness (malaise).
  • Rash (up to 50% of cases).

Prescription medicine is used to treat relapsing fever.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.