Tick-borne relapsing fever
MONDO:0001621An infection that is caused by certain species of Rickettsia or Borrelia, which are transmitted to humans from infected ticks; it is characterized by sudden fever, chills, headaches, myalgia, arthralgia, nausea, and possibly a rash. Symptoms usually persist for two to nine days, then disappear, with recurrence after several weeks if the patient remains untreated.
Also known as: Relapsing fever, tick-borne
2 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Swedish tick study aims to uncover hidden health threats
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 600 children and adults in Sweden who may have tick-borne diseases. Researchers will monitor their health over six months to better understand symptoms, improve diagnosis, and develop clearer treatment guidelines. The goal is to help doctors manage these in…
Sponsor: Region Jönköping County • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Scientists hunt Tick-Borne germs to unlock disease patterns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing up to 2,000 people in Russia who have or may have rickettsiosis, a tick-borne illness. Researchers will collect leftover blood or swab samples from standard tests to identify the specific germ causing the infection. They will then compare the germ type wit…
Sponsor: Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology, Health Ministry of the Russian Federation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC