Human Ewingii ehrlichiosis
Pathogen: Ehrlichia ewingii |
Tick vector: Primarily Amblyomma americanum |
Geographic distribution: Southeastern and south-central regions |
Classic presentation: Similar to human granulocytic anaplasmosis and human monocytic erhlichiosis; laboratory abnormalities may no longer be present after 1 week of symptoms |
Diagnosis: Polymerase chain reaction assay |
Treatment: Doxycycline, typically for 7–14 days |