A test for Lyme diseasecreated at May 06, 2009The 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... |
How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?created at May 06, 2009Lyme 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... |
Lyme disease in domestic animalscreated at May 06, 2009Lyme 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 ... |
Unraveling Borreliosis: Understanding the Disease Caused by Borrelia Bacteriacreated at May 06, 2009Borreliosis, also known as Lyme disease or Lyme borreliosis, is a condition resulting from infection with various species of Borrelia bacteria. Here's what you need to know:Borrelia BacteriaBorrelia bacteria encompass numerous species, with only a subset k... |
Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guidecreated at May 06, 2009Lyme disease, caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium transmitted through the bite of infected ticks, manifests with a spectrum of symptoms in humans. Here's what you need to know:Early SymptomsApproximately 50% of Lyme disease cases present with a ch... |
Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mysterycreated at May 06, 2009Lyme disease, caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria, presents a diagnostic challenge due to its diverse symptoms and geographical variability in tick species. Here's what you need to know about diagnosing Lyme disease:Understanding the SpreadLyme dis... |
Understanding and Addressing Concerns about Lyme Disease from Tick Bites in Babiescreated at May 12, 2009Discovering a tick on your baby can be unsettling, especially considering the potential transmission of diseases like Lyme disease. Here's a guide to help you navigate concerns and take appropriate action:**1. Prompt Tick Removal: Swiftly remove the tick a... |