Murine Typhus
Murine typhus is an infection caused by a bacterium that is transmitted to people through the fleas associated with rodents and other animals. It is usually related to environments where there is contact with these animals.
Common symptoms: Fever, headache, generalized malaise and, in some cases, a skin rash. The discomfort can resemble that of other infections.
When to see a doctor? Persistent fever accompanied by a rash, especially if there has been contact with rodents or fleas, warrants an evaluation.
Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist is the professional who studies vector-borne infectious diseases. If you have a fever that does not go away along with this history, seeking timely medical care helps guide the diagnosis.
Specialties that treat murine typhus
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in murine typhus
Dr. Beda Daniela Islas Muñoz
Dr. Jonathan Mendoza Barragán
Dr. José Ivan Inclan Reyes
Dr. Karen Alejandra Linares López
Dr. Alejandro José Muñiz Carvajal
Dr. Adriana Torres Zagarnaga
Dr. Rodolfo Jimenez Juarez
Dr. Mario Fernando Yáñez Cabrera
Dr. Ana Gabriela Grajales Beltrán
Dr. Joaquín Moreno Moreno
Dr. Sarbelio Moreno Espinosa
Dr. Clemen Domínguez Barrera
Dr. Arturo Jauregui Cruz
Dr. Isaí Medina Piñón
Dr. Guillermo Francisco Rosales Magallanes
Dr. Rodolfo Ruíz Luján
Dr. Guadalupe Gordillo Pérez
Dr. Gabriel Israel Soto Nieto
Dr. Mario González Gámez
Dr. Nishimura Jose Castillo
Frequently asked questions
What is murine typhus?
Murine typhus is an infection caused by a bacterium that is transmitted to people through the fleas associated with rodents and other animals. It is usually related to environments where there is contact with these animals.
Which doctor treats murine typhus?
Murine Typhus is usually treated by specialists in infectious disease specialist.