Category: Tickbite fever

What is the treatment of tickbite fever?

It is best to avoid exposure to ticks or use insecticide spray on shoes, socks and trousers when walking in the country. Immediately remove any ticks found on the skin. Doxycycline 100 mg orally twice a day for 5 days is effective. However, it should only be used for severe infections in children under 7 [...]

What is tickbite fever?

It is an acute illness caused by a bite from an infected tick. It presents with fever, headache and mild conjunctivitis, often followed in a few days by a maculopapular rash which can include the palms and soles. The headache is the most striking symptom. With careful inspection of the skin and scalp, a typical [...]