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What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?  

created at May 06, 2009   79  
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...

What is Lyme Disease?  

created at May 06, 2009   90  
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,...
What is Lyme Disease?

Treatment for Lyme disease  

created at May 06, 2009   78  
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 ...
Treatment for Lyme disease

Can Lyme disease be prevented?  

created at May 06, 2009   66  
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...
Can Lyme disease be prevented?

How does Lyme disease infection occur?  

created at May 06, 2009   74  
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...
How does Lyme disease infection occur?

Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.  

created at May 07, 2009   67  
While you can breathe through your mouth,relying solely on it is less efficient and can lead to dryness and irritation.Your nose filters,warms,and humidifies the air you breathe,protecting your lungs from irritants and pathogens.Keeping your nose clear ens...
Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.

Does Lyme disease affect mental functioning?  

created at May 06, 2009   69  
Lyme disease can affect mental functioning.While the most commonly known symptoms are physical,neurological and psychiatric manifestations are also common,and can occur even in the absence of other clear symptoms.These mental effects can range from mild to...

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?  

created at May 06, 2009   83  
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...
How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?

Does other diseases accompany Lyme disease?  

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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   62  
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...
A test for Lyme disease

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?  

created at May 06, 2009   91  
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?  

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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 start?  

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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...

Lyme disease in domestic animals  

created at May 06, 2009   83  
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 ...
Lyme disease in domestic animals

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide  

created at May 06, 2009   135  
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...
Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide

Unveiling the Role of the Deer Tick in Lyme Disease Cases  

created at May 06, 2009   181  
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...
Unveiling the Role of the Deer Tick in Lyme Disease Cases

Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mystery  

created at May 06, 2009   629  
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...
Decoding Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Unraveling the Mystery

What are the symptoms of brain tumors?  

created at May 03, 2009   89  
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...
What are the symptoms of brain tumors?

What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?  

created at May 03, 2009   155  
Finding a lump during a breast self-exam doesn't automatically mean it's cancerous,but it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.Schedule an appointment with your doctor or gynecologist as soon as possible to have the lump evaluated.T...
What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?