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Living with Sennetsu fever

An infection caused by the bacterium Neorickettsia sennetsu.

Understanding Sennetsu fever

Sennetsu fever is a disease caused by infection with Neorickettsia sennetsu.

GARD gives only a short description: it is a disease caused by infection with Neorickettsia sennetsu bacteria.

Signs & symptoms

GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.

Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.

Diagnosis

  1. Talk with your doctor

    Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.

  2. See a specialist

    Your doctor may refer you to a specialist who knows rare conditions.

  3. Ask which tests can help

    Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.

Care & treatment

Care team
A doctor familiar with rare conditions, plus specialists as needed
Expert care
Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
Treatment
GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
Research
Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.

General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.

Everyday life

Living with a rare condition is easier with support.

  • Connect with rare disease patient organizations for support
  • Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
  • Ask about patient registries that help research
  • Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Bring these questions to your next doctor visit
How is the infection confirmed?
What treatment is recommended?
How can I lower the chance of getting it?

Quick facts

It is caused by infection with Neorickettsia sennetsu.

Also known as: neorickettsia sennetsu caused disease or disorder; neorickettsia sennetsu disease or disorder; neorickettsia sennetsu infectious disease

Patient organizations

Rare-disease groups that can help

Source: NIH GARD · Sennetsu feverGARD ID 120 · GARD page updated September 2026 · Plain-language summary by Know Rare; editorial review pending. General information, not medical advice.

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