Valley Fever: Symptoms & Signs (San Joaquin Valley Fever, Coccidioidomycosis)

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Alternate Names : San Joaquin Valley Fever, Coccidioidomycosis

Many times valley fever causes no symptoms at all. If symptoms do develop, they usually appear 1 to 3 weeks after infection, and may include:

red, spotty rash appearing 1 to 2 days after the fever begins

swelling of the extremities, especially the knees and ankles

nasal congestion

cough, which may bring up sputum and even blood

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Author: John Riddle
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/29/01

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