Rickettsialpox
Description |
Mild disease resembling chickenpox from getting bitten by an infected mouse |
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Location |
United States, South Africa, Korea, Russia |
Cause |
Rickettsia transmitted by house mice |
Symptoms |
Discomfort in bright light, fever, chills, muscle pain, rash similar to chickenpox, sweating |
Treatment |
Seek medical attention from a physician |
Prevention |
Eliminate mice in homes Keep pet mice in a clean environment |