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
Seek emergency care for:
Confusion, collapse, or difficulty waking
A seizure
Chest pain, severe breathlessness, or fainting
Sudden weakness, loss of movement, or difficulty speaking
Rapidly worsening illness with signs of shock, such as cold clammy skin
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
Contact a healthcare service urgently for a severe headache, stiff neck, new weakness, persistent vomiting, a swollen and painful testicle, or severe new back pain.
These symptoms can have several causes but may need prompt assessment.
Pregnant people with a possible exposure or symptoms should seek prompt medical advice because the infection and antibiotic choices need careful assessment.
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
Arrange a medical appointment soon if you develop an unexplained fever, sweats, fatigue, or joint pain after:
Drinking unpasteurized milk or eating dairy made from it
Handling livestock, animal birth materials, or aborted animal tissue
Working with Brucella in a laboratory
Travelling in an area where brucellosis occurs
The article also says
Also seek review if symptoms return after treatment, or if fatigue and pain are not gradually improving.
During treatment, report significant side effects or difficulty taking the antibiotics as directed.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Cyprus fever. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.