Rickettsial pox
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Treatment The goal of treatment is to cure the infection. Medications used include antibiotics such as chloramphenicol, tetracycline, and doxycycline. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Full recovery is expected. Complications There are usually no complications if the disorder is treated. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if your child has symptoms suggestive of rickettsial pox.
Review Date: 09/25/2006  advertisement
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