Splenetic fever

Definition

A historical term that is not commonly used in modern entomology or medical science. If referring to a tick-borne disease causing fever, chills, and other symptoms, it is likely referring to a more specific disease such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever caused by *Rickettsia rickettsii*.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'splen' meaning 'spleen,' indicating that the spleen was often enlarged during the illness.

Example

Splenetic fever, historically mentioned in old texts, is not a term frequently used in contemporary medical diagnoses.

Related Terms

• Rickettsia rickettsii
• Ticks
• Fever
• Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Usage Notes

Splenetic fever is an outdated term and should not be used to describe specific modern tick-borne diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever.