infections
Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis
Symptoms of Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis
Symptoms of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis are similar. Symptoms usually begin about 12 days after a tick bite. Symptoms begin suddenly. They include fever, chills, muscle aches, weakness, nausea and/or vomiting, cough, headache, and malaise. A rash may develop on the torso, arms, and legs in some people with ehrlichiosis but is uncommon in people with anaplasmosis. Some people have no symptoms. Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis may cause widespread blood clotting ( Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) ), severe malfunction (failure) of several organs, seizures, and coma. Symptoms of both infections are more severe in people with a Overview of Immunodeficiency Disorders (due to a disorder such as HIV infection or to medications such as corticosteroids). Death is uncommon but is more likely to occur in people with a weakened immune system or who are not treated soon enough. 