What is Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi. This bacterium
normally lives in animals such as mice, squirrels,… [more]
What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?
Lyme disease symptoms vary widely from person to person. For
about three-quarters of people, the first symptom is a circular… [more]
What causes Lyme disease?
In the United States, Lyme disease is caused by the
bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which
normally lives in animals such as… [more]
Who is at risk for Lyme disease?
The risk factors for Lyme disease are all related to black-legged
tick exposure. If you live, work, or spend significant… [more]
How do I know if I have Lyme disease?
If you develop early symptoms consistent with Lyme disease
such as the erythema migrans rash and you know you were… [more]
What treatments are available for Lyme disease?
Most patients can be cured of Lyme disease with a course of
oral antibiotics lasting two to three weeks. Commonly… [more]
How can I prevent Lyme disease?
Preventing Lyme disease is very simple: lessen your exposure
to black-legged ticks and make sure they are not allowed to… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
If you have been bitten by a tick and you start experiencing
symptoms, you should see your doctor. If you… [more]
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