Human Monocytic Ehrlichiosis

Human monocytic ehrlichiosis is an infection caused by a bacterium that is transmitted to people through the bite of ticks. It affects certain blood cells and can cause a general illness.

Common symptoms: Fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue and, at times, digestive discomfort, which usually appear days after the bite.

When to seek care? A febrile illness after being in areas with ticks or after suffering a bite warrants a medical evaluation.

Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist is the appropriate professional to study tick-borne infections and guide the necessary tests. If you develop fever and discomfort with a history of exposure, consulting them in time makes an appropriate approach easier.