Q: What is Relapsing Fever?
A: Relapsing fever is an infection caused by bacteria in the Borrelia genus.
Q: What other name is Relapsing fever known as?
A: Relapsing fever is sometimes called typhinia.
Q: What spreads Relapsing fever?
A: Relapsing fever is carried and spread by lice and ticks.
Q: Why is it called Relapsing fever?
A: The disease is called "relapsing fever" because the symptoms can go away and come back several times until the person is cured.
Q: What is the meaning of the word "relapse"?
A: The word "relapse" means to come back.
Q: Is Relapsing fever a contagious disease?
A: Relapsing fever can be contagious if it is spread by lice or ticks.
Q: Can Relapsing fever be treated?
A: Yes, Relapsing fever can be cured with appropriate antibiotic therapy.