Situation and vulnerability
Late age, immunodepression and delayed treatment increase the risk of severe form. Ticks should be documented.
Signs and limits of their interpretation
Fever, chills, headache, sourness and digestive disorders are possible. Serious forms can reach several organs.
Diagnosis and monitoring
Blood tests are looking for infection. Specify the location, date of activities and treatment already started to guide interpretation.
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Prevention and care
Protect yourself from injections and consult quickly in case of compatible fever. The prescribed antibiotic treatment may reduce the risk of complications.
Practical issues
Is the absence of recovered tick sufficient to exclude exposure?
No: Many sick people don't remember a shot. The activities and places visited remain relevant to the assessment.
Preparing for an exchange with a professional
- Outings and exhibition area
- Fever and beginning of pain
- Immunodepression and antibiotics received
Bring the full minutes and dates. This information facilitates evaluation; its collection must not delay an urgent appeal.
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