Several days after a walk in the woods, Cheryl develops a localized rash. It is not painful and soon fades so she thinks nothing of it. Several months later she experiences increasing fatigue, low-grade fever, and pain in the joints. These symptoms persist for months before she seeks medical attention. This description is most consistent with a(n) infection.

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Cheryl's symptoms, including the initial rash followed by prolonged fatigue, fever, and joint pain, suggest a chronic infection, which develops slowly and lasts for a long time.

Several Days After a Walk in the Woods, Cheryl Develops