What Is Chagas Disease?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Acute Phase
As mentioned, many people will experience no symptoms in the acute stage of the disease, which can last for weeks or even months. When infected people do show symptoms, those symptoms are usually mild. In most cases, the symptoms will go away without treatment.
When symptoms do arise in the acute phase, they tend to include a rash, fatigue, and a fever. The patient will also often notice a swelling at the site of the initial infection. Other symptoms include, but are not limited to, headaches, appetite loss, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea and aching joints and muscles. An enlarged liver or spleen can also happen in some cases.
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