Rickettsia parkeri

Rickettsia parkeri is a species of bacteria that is known to cause a form of spotted fever in humans. This disease is transmitted through the bite of an infected tick, specifically the Gulf Coast tick (Amblyomma maculatum). The disease caused by Rickettsia parkeri is known as Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis include fever, headache, rash, and eschar (a piece of dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin). The symptoms usually appear within a week after the bite of an infected tick.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis is based on the patient's symptoms and history of tick exposure. Laboratory tests can also be used to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

The treatment for Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis is doxycycline, an antibiotic that is effective against this type of bacteria.

Prevention

Prevention of Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis involves avoiding tick bites. This can be achieved by using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and checking for ticks after spending time in wooded or grassy areas.

See also

• Rickettsia
• Spotted fever
• Tick-borne diseases

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