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   Is Lyme disease a problem?

   • Although Lyme disease may not be a problem in many parts of the United States, the disease is a considerable threat to residents of endemic areas. Even President George W. Bush recently received treatment for Lyme disease.

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   What should a doctor know about Lyme disease?

   • Physicians should have a high index of suspicion for Lyme disease in areas known to harbor the disease. Prompt treatment with antibiotic therapy helps decrease the frequency and severity of complications. Discussion of preventive measures and proper tick removal may be helpful for outdoor enthusiasts.

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   How long does Lyme disease treatment last?

   • Antibiotics are used to treat Lyme disease. In most cases, recovery will be quicker and more complete the sooner treatment begins. The standard treatment for Lyme disease is an antibiotic taken as a pill. The treatment usually lasts 10 to 14 days. Treatment may be longer depending on your symptoms.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › lyme-diseaseLyme disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Feb 10, 2023 · Pain, swelling or stiffness may last for a long time. Or the symptoms may come and go. Stage 3 symptoms usually begin 2 to 12 months after a tick bite. The type of Lyme disease common in Europe can cause a skin condition called acrodermatitis chronic atrophicans.

3. www.mayoclinicproceedings.org › article › S0025-6196Diagnosis and Treatment of Lyme Disease - Mayo Clinic Proceedings

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   Diagnosis and Treatment of Lyme Disease. Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States. This review details the risk factors, clinical presentation, treatment, and prophylaxis for the disease.

   • Author: Robert L. Bratton, John W. Whiteside, Michael J. Hovan, Richard L. Engle, Frederick D. Edwards

   • Publish Year: 2008

4. www.niaid.nih.gov › chronic-lyme-diseaseChronic Lyme Disease | NIAID: National Institute of Allergy ...

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   What is "chronic Lyme disease?" Lyme disease is an infection caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. In the majority of cases, it is successfully treated with oral antibiotics.

5. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org › discussion › mayoMayo Clinic Minute: What to do if you are exposed to Lyme disease

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   Jul 5, 2022 · Lyme disease, the most common tick-borne infection, is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii. It's transmitted by the bite of an infected blacklegged tick, previously known as a deer tick.

6. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org › discussion › help-inHelp in the fight against Lyme disease - Mayo Clinic News Network

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   Oct 29, 2020 · Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected black-legged tick, commonly known as a deer tick. Preventing tick bites is the best defense against the disease.