September 29, 2023
What Is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever(RMSF)
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a potentially life-threatening tick-borne disease caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii. It is most prevalent in North and South America and is named after the Rocky Mountains, where it was initially discovered. Causes of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii. This bacterium is transmitted to...