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Babesiosis

Symptoms

Most people with babesiosis do not have symptoms. If you do have symptoms, they will usually appear 1 to 4 weeks after you have been infected with the parasite. Even with treatment, you may be sick for several weeks. Symptoms include 

  • Chills and fever 
  • Headache and muscle aches 
  • Sweating 
  • Fatigue 
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Weakness

See Also

  • Tickborne Diseases
  • Lyme Disease and Other Tickborne Diseases News Releases
  • Related Links

    View a list of links for more information about babesiosis.



    See Also

  • Tickborne Diseases
  • Lyme Disease and Other Tickborne Diseases News Releases
  • Related Links

    View a list of links for more information about babesiosis.