Q FEVER, DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT

Fever lasts a median of 10 days in untreated patients; the majority of cases defervesce within 72 hours of doxycycline administration. The duration of fever increases with age. In one study 5-21% of patients had a maculopapular or purpuric rash. Onset of symptoms can be gradual or abrupt, with variable severity. ................
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