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What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?   created at May 06, 2009   1,278   The most common early symptoms of Lyme disease,typically appearing 3-30 days after a tick bite,include a characteristic expanding rash called erythema migrans (EM),which is a red,circular rash that often clears in the center,flu-like symptoms such as fever...

How does Lyme disease start?   created at May 06, 2009   1,211   Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium of the *Borrelia* genus,which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks.In the early stages of the disease,symptoms include fever,headache,fatigue,and a characteris...

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,130   Lyme disease symptoms can vary greatly but often begin with a characteristic expanding rash (erythema migrans) at the site of a tick bite.Other early symptoms may include fever,headache,fatigue,and muscle aches.Later,if untreated,the infection can spread t...

Safeguarding Little Explorers: Tips to Protect Your Baby from Ticks   created at May 12, 2009   1,216   Protecting your baby from ticks involves minimizing time spent in tick-infested areas like tall grass and wooded areas,dressing your baby in light-colored clothing to easily spot ticks,using insect repellent containing DEET (following age-appropriate guide...

Does Lyme disease affect mental functioning?   updated at Sep 06, 2025   1,238   Why people says that Lyme disease affect mental functioning?Lyme disease can affect mental functioning because the bacteria responsible for the infection,Borrelia burgdorferi,can cross the blood-brain barrier and directly impact the central nervous system....

Can Lyme disease be prevented?   created at May 06, 2009   1,109   Lyme disease prevention primarily focuses on avoiding tick bites.This can be achieved through wearing long sleeves and pants when in tick-infested areas,using insect repellents containing DEET or picaridin,performing thorough tick checks after being outdoo...

Will my doctor treat me for Lyme disease?   updated at Sep 06, 2025   1,174   Doctors typically treat Lyme disease when a patient presents with symptoms consistent with the disease,especially after a known tick bite or residing in / visiting an area endemic for Lyme.Diagnosis often involves evaluating clinical signs like the charact...

Does other diseases accompany Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,533   Lyme disease,if left untreated,can be accompanied by a variety of other health issues,sometimes years after the initial infection.These can include neurological problems like meningitis or encephalitis,cardiac complications such as heart block or myocardit...

A test for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,155   The most common test for Lyme disease is a two-tiered serological test.The first tier is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or immunofluorescence assay (IFA) to detect antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi,the bacterium that causes Lyme disease...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   created at May 06, 2009   1,616   Lyme disease is not a new illness; while it was first identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,the disease itself,caused by bacteria transmitted through infected ticks,has likely existed for much longer.Evidence suggests the i...

How prevalent is Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,347   The prevalence of Lyme disease is difficult to state precisely due to several factors: underreporting,variations in testing and diagnostic criteria,and differing levels of awareness and surveillance across geographical regions.However,we can say that Lyme ...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?   created at May 06, 2009   1,169   Lyme disease infection occurs through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick (also known as a deer tick).These ticks acquire the bacteria,*Borrelia burgdorferi*,by feeding on infected animals like mice,deer,and squirrels.The bacteria then transmits to hu...

What is Lyme Disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,261   Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.The bacteria responsible is Borrelia Burgdorferi (and in some areas,related species). If left untreated,the infection can spread to joints,the heart,...

Lyme disease in domestic animals   created at May 06, 2009   1,144   Lyme disease in domestic animals,primarily dogs and cats,is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi,transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.Symptoms can vary widely and may include lameness,joint swelling,fever,lethargy,and loss of ...

How to avoid tick bites?   created at May 06, 2009   1,150   To avoid tick bites,wear light-colored clothing to easily spot ticks,tuck pants into socks or boots,and use insect repellent containing DEET,picaridin,IR3535,or oil of lemon eucalyptus on exposed skin.After being outdoors,thoroughly check yourself,your chi...

Treatment for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,204   Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics,typically doxycycline,amoxicillin,or cefuroxime for adults,and amoxicillin or cefuroxime for children.The duration of treatment depends on the stage of the infection and the individual's response,ranging from a few ...

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 06, 2009   1,336   Lyme disease,caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks,is a complex illness with a wide range of symptoms that can vary significantly between individuals and over the course of the infection.Early diagnosis and treatment...

Unveiling the Role of the Deer Tick in Lyme Disease Cases   created at May 06, 2009   1,243   The deer tick,Ixodes scapularis (also known as the blacklegged tick),plays a crucial role in the transmission of Lyme disease.It's not the *cause* of the disease itself,but rather the vector – the organism that carries and transmits the causative agent.Sp...

Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mystery   created at May 06, 2009   1,248   Diagnosing Lyme disease can be challenging because its symptoms mimic many other illnesses,and the classic bullseye rash isn't always present.Diagnosis relies on a combination of factors including a detailed medical history,physical examination,and laborat...

What are the symptoms of brain tumors?   created at May 03, 2009   1,267   The symptoms depend on the size of the tumor and the location.Symptoms are caused by damage to vital tissue and by pressure from the tumor or swelling,which may happen if the tumor blocks the flow of cerebrospinal fluid:Headaches that tend to be worse in t...