Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services for severe breathing difficulty, coughing blood, collapse, or difficulty waking.
These symptoms can indicate serious lung, circulation, or organ problems.
And for anyone, someone who:
has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Arrange prompt medical assessment if you develop fever, headache, muscle aches, vomiting, or red eyes after contact with floodwater, untreated freshwater, rodents, livestock, or animal urine.
Mention the exposure and when it occurred.
Seek urgent medical help for:
Yellow skin or eyes
Much less urine than usual
Repeated vomiting or inability to keep fluids down
New confusion, severe drowsiness, or a stiff neck
Chest pain, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat
Unusual bruising or bleeding
And for anyone, someone who:
has a fever with a stiff neck, a rash that does not fade under pressure, or severe headache
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Routine follow-up is appropriate for lingering tiredness or mild aches that are gradually improving.
Contact a healthcare service if symptoms persist, return, or interfere with drinking, eating, urination, or normal activity.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Field fever. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.